SB2896

Department of Public Safety; revise salary schedule of MHP and MBN officers.

Failed·3/30/26

Mississippi SB2896 revises the salary schedule for officers in the Mississippi Highway Patrol and the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics.

Mississippi SB2896 amends the salary schedule for officers in the Mississippi Highway Patrol and the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics. The bill sets specific salary ranges based on rank and years of experience, effective from July 1, 2026. It also allows for future salary adjustments if the Legislature provides across-the-board increases to state employees. The Commissioner of Public Safety, with State Personnel Board approval, can set salaries for officers in the Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division, the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, and Capitol Police.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

120 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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History

Mar 30

Senate

Died In Conference

Mar 23

House

Conferees Named Deweese,Cockerham,Oliver

Mar 19

Senate

Conferees Named Hopson,DeBar,Wiggins