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MS HB393

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/26/2014

Primary Sponsor

Mark Formby

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the automatic repealer date for Section 41-61-75 from July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2017, continuing the statute that prescribes fees for medical examiners and pathologists
  • Medical examiners receive $125 per completed death investigation report, plus $50 to $100 additional fee for SIDS death scene investigation reports depending on training certification
  • Pathologists receive $1,000 per completed autopsy plus mileage expenses and up to $100 reimbursement for third-party testing costs
  • Medical examiners, physicians, and pathologists testifying before grand juries, courts, or depositions receive expert witness hourly fees set by the court plus mileage expenses
  • Effective date is July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Medical examiners and pathologists; delete repealer on fees for death investigations and autopsies.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/26/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Welfare2/14/2014
Rules1/20/2014

Full Bill Text

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