MS SC539

Creates a study committee to examine Mississippi's tax system and report findings and recommendations to the legislature during the 2012 Regular Session, including any proposed legislation.

Committee composed of 15 members including legislative leaders (President Pro Tempore, Speaker Pro Tempore, committee chairs), state officials (Treasurer, State Auditor, Finance and Administration Director), and representatives from the Department of Revenue, State Board of Public Accountancy, Mississippi Bar, county supervisors, municipalities, and the general public.

Committee shall study and make recommendations on state tax imposition and exemptions across all areas including sales taxes, income taxes, privilege taxes, fuel taxes, tax diversions, and state-local tax relationships.

Non-legislative members receive per diem compensation at rates authorized by Section 25-3-69, Mississippi Code, plus reimbursement for mileage and expenses; legislative members paid from respective house contingent funds when legislature is not in session.

Committee dissolves upon presentation of its report to the 2012 Regular Session.