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MS SB2555

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Sollie Norwood

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits retail food establishments from using cost-plus pricing formulas on grocery items unless the surcharge amount is conspicuously posted at the store.

  • Requires signage on a front sidewalk sign within 15 feet of each entrance and on a sign inside each entrance displaying the surcharge amount.

  • Defines "cost-plus pricing formula" as marking items at cost and adding a surcharge on top of the item's base cost.

  • Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $1,000 or jail time up to one year, or both.

  • Treats violations as unlawful trade practices subject to additional remedies and penalties under Mississippi law, effective July 1, 2022.

Legislative Description

Grocery items; prohibit cost-plus pricing without public notice.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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