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HB 827

Rick Kennedy Act; create.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Doc Harris and 3 co-sponsors

Mississippi HB 827 (Rick Kennedy Act) has been referred to the Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks Committee, but full bill text is unavailable for detailed analysis.

Referred To Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
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Bill Summary · HB 827

Legislative bill overview

HB 827, named the Rick Kennedy Act, was introduced in the Mississippi House of Representatives but the bill text is not publicly available in standard legislative databases. Based solely on the bill number and name designation, it appears to be a measure created to honor or memorialize Rick Kennedy, though the specific provisions remain unclear without access to the full legislative language.

Why is this important

Without the bill text, the real-world impact cannot be accurately assessed. Commemorative bills may range from ceremonial designations with minimal effect to substantive policy changes affecting specific constituencies or state operations. The bill's current status—referred to the Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks Committee—suggests it may relate to natural resources, conservation, or outdoor recreation policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available bill text limits stakeholder input and legislative transparency
  • The specific purpose and provisions of the "Rick Kennedy Act" remain undefined, making assessment of fiscal or policy impacts impossible
  • Committee referral to Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks indicates likely resource management implications, but detailed provisions are unknown

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

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