MS HB1199

Extends the repeal date of Section 57-39-21, Mississippi Code of 1972 from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2027, which requires certain buildings to meet energy efficiency standards during design, construction, and alteration.

Maintains requirement that building standards comply with the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers Standard 90.1-2010 for efficient energy use, including heating, cooling, hot water systems, and passive solar energy concepts.

Continues to exempt certain buildings from standards, including mobile homes, low-energy buildings, non-commercial buildings, and buildings owned by the federal government.

Preserves local government authority to adopt rules, regulations, and penalties for enforcing the standards, with state building commission overseeing state-owned buildings and local authorities authorized to charge inspection fees up to $150.

Takes effect July 1, 2023.