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MS SB2293

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/17/2021

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Seymour

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 75-24-15 of the Mississippi Code to add requirements for consumer protection claims filed on behalf of veterans for a fee
  • Requires any such claim to include a form signed by the veteran acknowledging that "THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI THROUGH THE MISSISSIPPI STATE VETERANS AFFAIRS BOARD OFFERS THE SAME OR SIMILAR SERVICE FREE OF CHARGE"
  • Mandates the acknowledgment statement be printed in bold font at least 120% larger than the font of the claim document itself
  • Requires the veteran to sign the form confirming they have read and understand the acknowledgment
  • Takes effect July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Claims by veterans under consumer protection law; Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board offers service free of charge.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/17/2021

Committee Referrals

Military Affairs2/24/2021
Veterans and Military Affairs1/12/2021

Full Bill Text

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