MS HB1249

Replaces all references to "Public Service Commission" with "Mississippi Transportation Commission" throughout motor carrier and railroad regulation statutes (Sections 77-7 and 77-9).

Updates references to "Interstate Commerce Commission" to "United States Department of Transportation" in sections governing motor carrier permits and railroad consolidations.

Maintains existing fee structures for motor carrier certificates, permits, and registration receipts ($50 for certificate applications, $10 per vehicle receipt), with funds deposited into the commission's regulation fund.

Preserves the Mississippi Transportation Commission's authority over motor carrier and railroad regulation, enforcement by inspectors, equipment purchases, and employee salaries paid from the regulation fund.

Adds new definition clarifying that "commission" in railroad law (Chapter 77-9) means the Mississippi Transportation Commission.