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MS SB2419

Bill

Status

Passed

3/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Hob Bryan

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Section 41-61-75, Mississippi Code of 1972, from July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2025
  • Maintains fees for medical examiners and deputies at $175.00 per completed death investigation report, plus actual expenses
  • Provides additional fees of $50.00 to $100.00 for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) investigations, depending on whether the examiner has advanced child death investigation training
  • Sets autopsy fees at $1,000.00 per completed autopsy plus mileage and reimbursement for third-party testing up to $100.00
  • Allows medical examiners, physicians, and pathologists to charge expert witness hourly fees set by the court for grand jury, trial, or deposition testimony

Legislative Description

State Medical Examiner fees; extend repealer on.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Human Services2/23/2021
Public Health and Welfare1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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