Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves fulfilled a longtime pledge this week by signing legislation that eliminates the state’s individual income tax, putting Mississippi on the map as one of the few places in America that fully respects workers’ right to keep what they earn.
Calling it a moment that will be remembered for generations, Reeves said the law marks a transformation in how the state views growth, opportunity and freedom. “The work of your hands belongs to you,” the governor said during the announcement.
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
The change didn’t happen overnight. Reeves pointed to his record — from lieutenant governor to his first campaign for the state’s top office — as evidence of his commitment to removing the income tax. He said every legislative session since has brought Mississippi closer to this day.
According to Reeves, the policy isn’t just about economics. It’s about choosing a different path — one that treats families with respect and signals to workers that their success won’t be punished. He said Mississippi is now officially “open for business.”
The governor emphasized that this wasn’t a solo effort. He gave credit to Speaker Jason White for his leadership and tireless work behind the scenes, along with Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and House Ways and Means Chairman Trey Lamar.
Supporters believe the policy will give Mississippi a competitive edge across the South, especially with nearby states still imposing income taxes on their residents. Reeves said the move would make the state more attractive to families, investors and entrepreneurs.
