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MS HB478
Bill
Status
3/10/2022
Primary Sponsor
Rob Roberson
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AI Summary
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Extends the repeal date for Mississippi Forestry Commission's authority to hire law enforcement officers from June 30, 2022 to June 30, 2025.
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Law enforcement officers are limited to investigating and making arrests related to woods arson only.
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Officers must comply with minimum educational and training standards for law enforcement and may issue citations for recklessly or negligently causing fires on others' lands.
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Establishes that burning brush, debris piles, or other materials without reasonable precautions to prevent fire spread onto neighboring lands constitutes evidence of reckless or negligent conduct.
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Takes effect June 30, 2022.
Legislative Description
Mississippi Forestry Commission; extend repealer on authority to hire law enforcement officers to investigate woods arson.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
3/10/2022