MS HB1461

Authorizes the Board of Tax Appeals to obtain, review, and examine confidential tax applications, returns, reports, and documents from the Department of Revenue without being restricted by existing confidentiality laws in Sections 27-3-73, 27-7-83, 27-13-57, and 27-65-81.

Allows the Department of Revenue to exchange commercial vehicle information with federal, state, and local agencies responsible for enforcing commercial vehicle safety laws and regulations, including placement in national databases.

Permits motor vehicle privilege tax assessments and payment terms to be communicated by regular mail instead of certified mail.

Establishes appeals procedures for denial, revocation, or suspension of International Registration Plan (IRP) registrations to the Department of Revenue's Board of Review and the Board of Tax Appeals.

Makes technical changes to the Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law regarding Board of Tax Appeals appeals for permit denials, revocations, and suspensions; effective July 1, 2010.