MS HB1688

Authorizes the Town of Walnut Grove to construct, expand, operate, and maintain its gas distribution system in specified areas of Leake County and Scott County, Mississippi, notwithstanding Section 21-27-39 of Mississippi Code.

Defines the authorized service area in Leake County as a 9-mile by 2-mile rectangular area in Township 9 North, ranging across Ranges 7 and 8 East.

Defines the authorized service area in Scott County as a 6.5-mile by 3-mile rectangular area in Township 8 North, ranging across Ranges 7 and 8 East.

Caps gas rates for consumers outside the town's corporate limits at no more than twice the rate charged to consumers within the town limits.

Requires the town to obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the Public Service Commission, maintaining compliance with Section 77-3-1 et seq. of Mississippi Code.