MS SB3065

Authorizes the Department of Marine Resources executive director to issue after-the-fact authorization for unauthorized work conducted outside permit parameters if the work complies with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers General Permits for Minor Structures and Activities.

Allows the executive director to levy penalties of $50-$500 per day for residential violations and $1,000-$10,000 per day for commercial/industrial violations related to unauthorized work issued after-the-fact authorization.

Maintains existing authority for the commission to issue after-the-fact authorization when unauthorized work complies with the public policy set forth in Section 49-27-3.

Preserves the Attorney General's and district/county attorneys' authority to pursue civil or criminal actions against persons who continue violations.

Takes effect upon passage.