SB2691

Mississippi SB2691 would increase the noneconomic damages limitation for civil actions, excluding medical malpractice, to $1,500,000.

Mississippi SB2691 proposes to amend Section 11-1-60 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to increase the cap on noneconomic damages for civil actions, excluding those based on medical malpractice or breach of standard of care, to $1,500,000. Noneconomic damages include subjective, nonpecuniary damages such as pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. The bill specifies that the trier of fact should not be informed of these limitations and that any award exceeding the cap should be reduced accordingly. The act would take effect from July 1, 2026.