MS SB2273

Removes the December 31, 2012 deadline for county applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity under the Growth and Prosperity Act, allowing counties with unemployment rates at least 200% of the state's unemployment rate to apply indefinitely.

Extends the cut-off date for state and local tax exemptions for approved business enterprises in growth and prosperity counties from December 31, 2022 to December 31, 2029.

Ratifies and confirms all applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity submitted by counties after December 31, 2012 through the effective date of this act, and any related actions taken by the Mississippi Development Authority.

Changes references from "State Tax Commission" to "Department of Revenue" for implementation of tax exemptions under the program.

Brings forward Section 57-80-5 containing definitions for terms used in the Growth and Prosperity Act, including "approved business enterprise," "business enterprise," "eligible supervisors district," and "state tax."