HB1239

State identification requirements; provide exclusion for certain religious beliefs regarding photographs.

Failed·2/3/26
In Text

Mississippi HB1239 creates an alternative state identification card exempting those with religious beliefs against photography from the photograph.

Mississippi HB1239 amends state identification requirements to allow an alternative state identification card exempt from the photograph requirement for those with sincerely held religious beliefs against photography. The card must still comply with the federal Real ID Act of 2005 and does not require proof of domicile for those without one. This act takes effect from July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 19

House

Referred To Judiciary A