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MS SC506

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/27/2021

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Blackwell

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expresses legislative intent that daylight saving time shall become the year-round standard time for Mississippi and all its political subdivisions, contingent on Congress amending 15 USC Section 260(a) to authorize states to observe daylight saving time year-round.

  • Cites Congressional findings from the 1973 Emergency Daylight Saving Time Energy Conservation Act regarding potential benefits including energy savings, reduced crime, improved traffic safety, increased outdoor recreation for youth, and expanded economic opportunities.

  • Designates the resolution as the "Mississippi Daylight Protection Resolution."

  • Directs the Governor to transmit the resolution to the President of the United States, members of 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

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/27/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules1/5/2021

Full Bill Text

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