MississippiSB 28822026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

Homestead exemption; revise certain provisions regarding application for.

Sponsored By: Jeremy England (Republican)

Signed by Governor

Ways and MeansFinance

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Homeowners face fewer exemption paperwork steps

Beginning January 1, 2026, homestead exemption applicants do not have to provide a closing statement or disclosure to qualify. When a homeowner conveys a homestead and reserves a life estate, the conveyance does not require a new application.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Jeremy England
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Albert Butler
Democratic • Senate
Kamesha B. Mumford
Democratic • Senate
Sollie B. Norwood
Democratic • Senate
Sarita Simmons
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 222 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/19/2026

Concurred in Amend From House

Yes: 52 • No: 0

House vote • 3/5/2026

Passed As Amended

Yes: 118 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/5/2026

Passed