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MS HB166

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2011

Primary Sponsor

Bob Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits use of eminent domain to convert private property for retail, office, commercial, industrial, or residential development
  • Prohibits use of eminent domain for enhancement of tax revenue or transfer to nongovernmental entities, public-private partnerships, corporations, or business entities
  • Exempts drainage and levee facilities, roads and bridges for public conveyance, common carriers, and public utility facilities (telephone, gas, electricity, water, sewer, and similar services)
  • Exempts structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places from the restrictions on eminent domain use
  • Effective upon passage

Legislative Description

Eminent domain; restrict to direct public use.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2011

Full Bill Text

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