MS HB1225

Increases salaries for county tax assessors and collectors by 16% across all assessed valuation categories, ranging from $48,140 to $74,240 annually depending on county total assessed valuation.

Provides additional annual compensation of $5,000 for individuals serving as both tax assessor and tax collector in the same county.

Authorizes additional annual payments of $3,500 for assessors and tax collectors in counties with two judicial districts or two full-time offices.

Provides educational incentive pay ranging from $1,500 to $8,500 annually based on professional certifications from the International Association of Assessing Officers or state appraiser licenses.

Requires submission to the U.S. Attorney General or District Court for the District of Columbia under the Voting Rights Act of 1965 before taking effect.