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MS SB2762
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 49-19-307 to change the liability standard for property owners conducting prescribed burns from negligence to gross negligence
- Requires prescribed burns to be supervised by at least one certified prescribed burn manager
- Mandates a notarized written prescription and burning permit from the Mississippi Forestry Commission before conducting prescribed burns
- Designates prescribed burns as in the public interest and not a public or private nuisance when compliant with state air pollution statutes
- Authorizes the Mississippi Forestry Commission to establish rules for certifying prescribed burn managers and developing prescription guidelines
Legislative Description
Forestry; revise standard of negligence for liability for prescribed burns of timber.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/14/2011
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