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MS HB1528
Bill
Status
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Noah Sanford
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AI Summary
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Authorizes local rescuing entities to report to county boards of supervisors or municipal governing authorities when a person or group requires rescue from navigable waters due to negligent behavior.
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Requires the board of supervisors or governing authority to vote at their next regular meeting on whether to assess a fine equal to the full cost of the rescue.
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Fine authority applies to rescues that would not have been necessary but for the person or group's negligent behavior.
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Counties and municipalities are authorized to charge and collect the assessed fines.
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Effective date is July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Rescue services; authorize governmental entity performing to assess fine for in certain situations.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019