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MS HB1285

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Timmy Ladner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires governmental entities receiving state funds and public colleges and universities to display the official state flag Monday through Friday each week from sunrise to sunset on all buildings and campuses.

  • Allows 24-hour flag display if properly illuminated, and permits exemptions during inclement weather unless an all-weather flag is used.

  • Mandates the Attorney General notify entities of noncompliance in writing and provide 30 days to demonstrate compliance with flag display requirements.

  • Requires the State Fiscal Officer to withhold all state funds from noncompliant entities upon notification by the Attorney General until compliance is achieved.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2017.

Legislative Description

State flag; require governmental entities that receive state funds and public colleges and universities to display.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Rules1/16/2017

Full Bill Text

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