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HB 1239·MS·house

State identification requirements; provide exclusion for certain religious beliefs regarding photographs.

FailedFiled Jan 19, 2026
Sponsor: Sanford
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(H) Died In Committee

Feb 3, 2026

Summary

The bill would let the Mississippi Department of Public Safety issue an alternative state identification card that does not require a photograph for individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs that prohibit photography. It also removes the requirement to prove a domicile for applicants who have no fixed residence. The measure seeks to accommodate religious freedom while still providing a form of state‑issued ID.

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