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MS HB1432

Bill

Status

Failed

2/23/2011

Primary Sponsor

Percy Watson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum amount of state general obligation bonds authorized for the Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson from a previous amount to $7,500,000.00.

  • Creates and maintains a separate "Mississippi Museum of Art Fund" within the State Treasury for acquiring land, planning, design, construction, renovation, and enhancement of the museum facility.

  • Authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue bonds, determine sale methods, prescribe bond forms, and manage all aspects of bond issuance and delivery.

  • Pledges the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi to guarantee payment of bond principal and interest, with any deficiency paid from the State Treasury.

  • Bonds issued are exempt from state taxation and eligible as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, banks, and insurance companies in Mississippi.

Legislative Description

Bonds; increase amount authorized to be issued for the Mississippi Museum of Art.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/23/2011

Full Bill Text

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