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MS SB2009
Bill
AI Summary
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Designates "My Home Mississippi" by Delma Furniss as a second official state song of Mississippi, joining the existing official song "Go, Mississippi" by Houston Davis.
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Provides the complete lyrics of "My Home Mississippi" consisting of five verses and a chorus set to modified 19th century American folk music.
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Authorizes the Division of Tourism of the Mississippi Development Authority and other state agencies to use "My Home Mississippi" in promoting the state and its citizens.
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Grants copyright permission from the song's author to use the song for state promotional and advancement purposes.
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Takes effect July 1, 2013, and is codified as Section 3-3-57 of the Mississippi Code of 1972.
Legislative Description
Official Mississippi state song; authorize two state songs.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2013