MS SB2877

Defines "environmental justice community" as a census block group where 30% or more of the population has income below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Requires applicants seeking permits for large industrial facilities (power plants, incinerators, landfills, etc.) in environmental justice communities to submit and obtain approval of a meaningful public participation plan before filing permit applications.

Mandates applicants hold informal public meetings in affected communities with at least 10-30 days advance notice through newspaper advertisements and multiple notification methods, with department approval delayed 60 days after the meeting.

Allows municipalities and developers to negotiate community environmental benefit agreements providing mitigation funds for environmental improvements, education, pollution reduction, parks, and other community benefits.

Prohibits permanent placement of more than 1,000 cubic yards of asbestos-containing soil near residential property without two-thirds approval from the municipal legislative body; effective July 1, 2010.