Mississippi Governor

Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves delivers his State of the State address to the state Legislature, Feb. 26, 2024, at the state Capitol in Jackson, Miss.

 Rogelio V. Solis I AP

Mississippi’s state government could shut down in less than two months unless House and Senate leaders reach a budget deal, potentially paralyzing state agencies that deal with public safety, health, education, courts, regulations, prisons and more.

The 2025 legislative session ended in early April without lawmakers finalizing a budget amid disagreements over money for local infrastructure projects and concerns about federal funding freezes and economic uncertainty. The governor must call a special session for lawmakers to settle the unfinished business before a July 1 deadline.

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