MS HB1173

Designates County Road 549 in Tippah County as a state highway, running from the intersection of Mississippi Highway 15 to the beginning of Mississippi Highway 773.

Places the designated roadway segment under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Transportation Commission for construction and maintenance.

Requires the Transportation Commission to certify that the highway segment meets commission standards before assuming responsibility for it.

Requires removal or relocation of all utilities, signs, structures, and other encroachments on the highway and right-of-way before the Commission takes over maintenance duties.

Takes effect upon passage.