MS HB1734

Authorizes the Board of Supervisors of Greene County, Mississippi to construct or acquire a county jail at any location within the county, notwithstanding existing state law requirements.

Requires the board to adopt a resolution stating the purpose, intended commencement date, and calling for an election before construction or acquisition may proceed.

Mandates an election be held during the November 2019 general election with at least three weeks' notice published in a county newspaper.

Requires 60% approval from qualified county electors voting in the election for the jail construction or acquisition to be authorized.

Takes effect upon passage.