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MS SB2853

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Josh Harkins

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing Program Act" to regulate business platforms that connect vehicle owners with drivers for vehicle sharing in exchange for financial consideration

  • Requires peer-to-peer car sharing programs to assume primary liability during car sharing periods and maintain minimum motor vehicle liability insurance coverage as specified in Section 63-15-3(j)

  • Authorizes automobile insurers to exclude coverage for vehicles used in peer-to-peer car sharing programs, including liability, personal injury protection, uninsured motorist, and physical damage coverage

  • Subjects peer-to-peer car sharing programs to Mississippi sales tax (7% of gross income) and an additional 6% tax on short-term rentals of 30 days or less, with proceeds distributed to counties, municipalities, and school districts

  • Prohibits peer-to-peer car sharing programs and shared vehicle owners from operating at airports without first entering into usage agreements with airport authorities, with effective date of January 1, 2022

Legislative Description

Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing Program Act; create.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Finance1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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