This short update comes straight from Rodney Hall, filmed at the Southaven Chamber of Commerce.
If you own a business or lead an organization in DeSoto County, these dates affect you.
What you need to know right now.
• The 2026 Mississippi legislative session starts Tuesday, January 6 at noon
• January 14 is the deadline to submit ideas for new legislation
• January 19 is the final deadline to introduce those bills
• Miss both deadlines and you wait until 2027
Why this matters to you.
• These deadlines decide what issues get addressed this year
• Small business input is being requested, not assumed
• This is a three month cycle of updates and feedback
How you can take action.
• Talk with your business peers now
• Share real problems you are facing
• Contact the Southaven Chamber or reach out directly to Rep. Hall
This video is part of an ongoing legislative update series focused on local business impact, transparency, and direct communication.
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