Gov. Tate Reeves signed into law a full repeal of Mississippi’s income tax, delivering what he called a win for workers, families and freedom. The legislation, years in the making, moves Mississippi into an exclusive group of states that reward, rather than punish, success.
We did it, Mississippi! We just eliminated the income tax!
Today is a day that will be remembered — not just for the headlines, not just for the politics, but for the profound, generational change it represents.
Today, I was proud to sign into law a complete elimination of the… pic.twitter.com/wMsS59JGyz
— Governor Tate Reeves (@tatereeves) March 27, 2025
Reeves framed the new law as a decision about values. “I believe in a simple idea: that government should take less so that you can keep more,” he said. The change is expected to put more money in the hands of Mississippians and make the state more attractive to those looking for opportunity.
While income tax cuts are often debated in political terms, Reeves said this was about something deeper — about giving people more control over their own future. “This is when we took our shot,” he said. “This is when we bet on ourselves.”
The policy wasn’t built overnight. Reeves has been pushing for this change since his time as lieutenant governor. He said each session brought Mississippi closer to this moment and he thanked legislative allies who stayed committed. Speaker Jason White was credited for playing a key role in pushing the bill through.
Reeves emphasized that this isn’t just an economic win — it’s a statement of direction. By joining a handful of states that don’t tax income, Mississippi is telling the country it’s open for business and ready to grow.
He said this move isn’t about numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s about changing lives. Families will now keep more of what they earn. Local businesses may see a boost as people reinvest in their communities. Entrepreneurs and job seekers from around the South may now see Mississippi in a whole new light.
Reeves said this moment marks the beginning of something new — a Mississippi that doesn’t just compete, but wins.
