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MS HB1605

Bill

Status

Passed

5/3/2016

Primary Sponsor

Sam Mims

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes Adams County Board of Supervisors to purchase the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) claim against Natchez Regional Medical Center for unpaid employer contributions totaling $448,160.38

  • Directs PERS to sell and assign its claim to Adams County upon payment of $448,160.38 in full settlement, including all penalties and interest

  • Requires PERS to administer retirement benefits for covered hospital employees as if all employer contributions had been timely made once payment is received

  • Authorizes Adams County to borrow money and issue notes, certificates of indebtedness, or bonds for up to 10 years to fund the purchase, with repayment through pledged funds or a special county tax levy

  • Exempts any issued debt from statutory debt limitations and state income taxation

Legislative Description

Adams County; authorize to settle claims for obligations of former Natchez Regional Medical Center for unfunded employer retirement plan contributions.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

5/3/2016

Committee Referrals

Local and Private4/13/2016
Local and Private Legislation3/7/2016

Full Bill Text

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