MS HB223

Creates the "Mississippi Joint Municipal Law Enforcement Act" allowing two or more municipalities within a county to establish a joint police department when governing authorities determine it is in their best interest

Establishes a governing board composed of the mayor from each participating municipality and the county sheriff, required to meet at least quarterly with authority to hire a police commissioner, set budgets, and adopt bylaws

Requires board members to file an application with the Secretary of State including a $50 filing fee, certified resolutions from each municipality, and a proposed name in the format "The Municipalities of ______________ Joint Police Department"

Authorizes participating municipalities and counties to loan vehicles, weapons, and property to the joint department, which would have law enforcement jurisdiction across all member municipalities

Funds the joint department through proportionate contributions from each municipality based on population, with larger municipalities paying a greater share; county boards of supervisors may also provide additional funding