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HB 1381

Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters Death Benefits Trust; bring forward section of law relating to.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Hawkins

Mississippi bill sought to modify death benefits provisions for deceased law enforcement officers and firefighters but died in committee without advancing through the legislative process.

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Bill Summary · HB 1381

Legislative bill overview

HB 1381 appears to address provisions within Mississippi's Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters Death Benefits Trust, specifically seeking to bring forward or amend a section of existing law. The bill was referred to the State Affairs and Appropriations committees but did not advance beyond committee.

Why is this important

Death benefits trusts for law enforcement and firefighters affect survivor compensation for families of officers killed in the line of duty. Changes to these provisions could impact benefit amounts, eligibility criteria, or trust funding mechanisms that directly affect families of deceased first responders and public safety agency budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope unclear: The bill title provides minimal detail about which specific section is being amended, making it difficult to assess the actual policy change or its fiscal impact
  • Trust sustainability: Any modifications to benefit structures or funding sources could create budget implications or affect the long-term viability of the trust
  • Equity concerns: Changes could differentially affect various categories of beneficiaries or create inconsistencies in how benefits are distributed across agencies

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

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