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HB 1300

Seventh Circuit Court District; increase the number of Assistant District Attorneys.

2025 Regular Session

Mississippi bill to expand Assistant District Attorney positions in Seventh Circuit died in committee without securing budget approval.

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1300

Legislative bill overview

HB 1300 would increase the number of Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) authorized in Mississippi's Seventh Circuit Court District. The bill died in committee in February 2025 after being referred to both the Judiciary B and Appropriations A committees in January.

Why is this important

District attorney offices handle criminal prosecutions and are often understaffed, which can affect case processing times, plea bargaining pressures, and the quality of prosecution. Adding ADAs to a specific circuit could improve case management efficiency and reduce backlogs in that judicial district.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Increasing ADA positions requires ongoing budget allocation for salaries, benefits, and operational costs without identified funding sources
  • Statewide equity: Funding expansion in one circuit district while others may also face staffing shortages raises questions about resource distribution across the state
  • Fiscal committee concerns: The bill's referral to the Appropriations committee and subsequent death suggests budget constraints or competing priorities may have prevented passage

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

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