MS HB166

Amends Section 33-15-17, Mississippi Code of 1972, to allow a county official authorized by the board of supervisors to proclaim a local emergency in addition to the mayor or governing body.

Requires the governing body of a county to review and approve or disapprove the need for continuing a local emergency proclaimed by an authorized county official at its first regular meeting following the proclamation or at a special meeting called for such review.

Mandates that the governing body review the need for continuing any local emergency at least every 30 days until the local emergency is terminated and proclaim termination at the earliest possible date that conditions warrant.

Allows a governing body to promulgate orders and regulations during a local emergency necessary to protect life and property, including imposing curfews within designated boundaries to preserve public order and safety.

Takes effect July 1, 2018.