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HB 22

Appropriation; Insurance, Department of.

2025 First Extraordinary Session Introduced by Richard Bennett and 8 co-sponsors

Mississippi appropriates funding to the Department of Insurance to support state insurance regulation, consumer protection, and industry oversight operations.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · HB 22

Legislative bill overview

HB 22 is a budget appropriations bill that allocates funding to Mississippi's Department of Insurance for fiscal operations. The bill was introduced by five Mississippi legislators and received gubernatorial approval on June 17, 2025, following standard legislative procedures including Senate transmission and enrollment.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine the resources available for state agencies to carry out their functions. The Department of Insurance oversees insurance regulation, consumer protection, and industry compliance in Mississippi, making adequate funding essential for licensing, market oversight, and policyholder dispute resolution.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding adequacy: Without specific dollar amounts provided in the bill summary, it's unclear whether appropriation levels meet departmental needs or represent cuts/increases from prior years
  • Budget priorities: Legislators may disagree on whether insurance regulation funding should be prioritized versus other state departments during budget constraints
  • Regulatory capacity: Insufficient funding could limit the department's ability to investigate complaints, examine insurers, or protect consumers from fraudulent practices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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