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MS HB1130

Bill

Status

Passed

4/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

Bill Pigott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Mississippi's petroleum products inspection law definitions and penalties from July 1, 2016 to July 1, 2020.

  • Maintains existing specifications for commercial gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene, and lubricating oils, including requirements for octane ratings, sulfur content, vapor pressure, and other chemical properties.

  • Preserves the Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce and State Chemist's authority to inspect pumps and equipment, impose penalties up to $3,000 per violation, issue stop sale orders, and suspend or revoke registrations for repeated violations.

  • Continues to define misdemeanor penalties for violations, including fines up to $200 and jail time up to 90 days for subsequent offenses.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2016, temporarily preserving the petroleum inspection regulatory framework for an additional four-year period.

Legislative Description

Petroleum Products Inspection Law; extend repealer on.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/11/2016

Committee Referrals

Agriculture2/8/2016

Full Bill Text

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