MS SB2640

Creates new state law (Section 17-25-37) that prohibits county boards of supervisors and municipal governments from adopting ordinances that authorize camping on streets, roads, sidewalks, or other public property.

Exempts government-owned or operated campgrounds and recreational facilities where camping is an authorized activity from the prohibition.

Amends Section 97-35-23 to explicitly include camping on public sidewalks as unlawful obstruction of pedestrian passage, punishable by a fine up to $400 and/or up to 4 months in county jail.

Amends Section 97-35-25 to explicitly include camping on sidewalks as unlawful obstruction of public passageways, punishable by a fine up to $500 and/or up to 6 months in county jail.

Takes effect July 1, 2020.