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MS SB2580

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/25/2013

Primary Sponsor

Brice Wiggins

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 49-15-15 of the Mississippi Code to add a new power to the Commission on Marine Resources regarding commercial licensing requirements.

  • Authorizes the Commission to require successful completion of educational or training programs on shellfish sanitation as a prerequisite for receiving commercial licenses for shellfish processors, dealers, and harvesters.

  • Requires compliance with the Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference's educational requirements by January 1, 2014.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

Legislative Description

Marine Resources; authorize the Commission on Marine Resources to require completion of educational programs for commercial licenses.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/25/2013

Committee Referrals

Marine Resources2/21/2013
Ports and Marine Resources1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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