MS SB2795

Amends Section 77-3-79 of the Mississippi Code to prohibit public utilities from claiming charitable or civic contributions as costs or expenses for rate-making purposes in any amount.

Requires public utilities to file annual reports with the Public Service Commission detailing expenditures for business gifts, entertainment, advertising, and public relations expenses.

Maintains existing prohibition on allowing legislative-advocacy expenses as costs or expenses for rate-making purposes.

Takes effect July 1, 2018.