MS HB1120

Reinstates 10 definitions to Mississippi Code Section 31-7-1 that were mistakenly deleted in 2016, including "public funds," "commodities," "emergency," "construction," and "purchase"

Defines "agency" as state boards, commissions, departments, and universities created by Constitution or statute with authority to appoint subordinate staff, excluding legislative/judicial bodies, charter schools, and the Mississippi State Port Authority

Defines "governing authority" as boards of supervisors, school districts, municipalities, public hospitals, library systems, and other political subdivisions supported by public funds, excluding charter school governing boards

Establishes definitions for "certified purchasing office," "certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent," and "certified Mississippi Procurement Manager" based on national and state purchasing certifications

Takes effect upon passage