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MS HB835

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Vince Mangold

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 33-15-11 of the Mississippi Code to revise the Governor's emergency powers regarding utility shutoffs during disasters or emergencies.

  • Clarifies that during emergencies, the Governor may only authorize (not require) local governing authorities to suspend water, electric, sewer, and natural gas shutoffs at the discretion of each local government.

  • Removes the Governor's ability to mandate utility shutoff suspensions statewide, giving local authorities final decision-making power on implementation and manner of suspension.

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage.

Legislative Description

Utility shutoffs; revise Governor's authority regarding.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Utilities1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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