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MS HB1440

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/17/2010

Primary Sponsor

Henry Zuber

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 49-27-61 of Mississippi Code to revise requirements for the Beneficial Use of Dredging Materials Program
  • Changes the dredging requirement threshold from an unspecified amount to over 2,500 cubic yards, and makes participation conditional on material suitability and availability of a beneficial use site
  • Permits the Department to charge up to 50% of fair market transport and disposal costs for depositing acceptable dredge materials at designated locations, with consideration given for in-kind services
  • Maintains exemptions from material removal charges for parties participating in beneficial use programs and for removal of 100 cubic yards or less
  • Takes effect July 1, 2010

Legislative Description

Wetlands; revise beneficial use of dredging materials program.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/17/2010

Full Bill Text

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