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MS SC562

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Failed

10/2/2020

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Blackwell

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expresses legislative intent that daylight saving time become the year-round standard time for Mississippi and all political subdivisions, contingent upon Congressional amendment to 15 USC Section 260(a) to authorize states to do so.

  • Cites Congressional findings from the 1973 Energy Conservation Act regarding potential benefits of year-round daylight saving time, including energy savings, reduced crime, improved traffic safety, increased outdoor recreation, and expanded economic opportunity.

  • Directs the Governor to transmit the resolution to the President of the United States, Mississippi's congressional delegation, and the Capitol Press Corps.

Legislative Description

Express intent of Legislature that daylight saving time shall be the year-round standard time in Mississippi.

Last Action

Died In Committee

10/2/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules5/12/2020

Full Bill Text

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