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MS SB2625

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/24/2013

Primary Sponsor

William Longwitz

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits state and local government entities (state, counties, municipalities, and political subdivisions) from employing individuals convicted or pleading guilty to felonies involving unlawful taking, obtaining, or misappropriation of public funds through abuse of office or employment.

  • Applies to convictions in Mississippi state courts, other states' courts, or federal court.

  • Creates new Section 25-1-111 in the Mississippi Code of 1972.

  • Effective date is July 1, 2013.

Legislative Description

Public officers and employees; revise punishment for embezzlement and restrict government hiring of felons.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/24/2013

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B2/21/2013
Judiciary, Division B1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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