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MS SB2128
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Section 33-15-17 of the Mississippi Code to allow a local emergency to be proclaimed by a public official authorized by a county's governing body, in addition to the mayor or governing body itself.
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Requires the governing body to review and approve or disapprove the need for continuing a local emergency at its first regular meeting following proclamation, and then at least every 30 days until termination.
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Authorizes governing bodies to issue orders and regulations during local emergencies to protect life and property, including imposing curfews in designated areas to preserve public order and safety.
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Takes effect July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
Emergency management; local emergency may be declared by public official authorized by the governing body of a county.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016