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MS SB2720

Bill

Status

Failed

2/13/2023

Primary Sponsor

David Blount

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Secretary of State to withhold up to 10% of proceeds from sales of tax-forfeited properties to pay for removal of trees that pose immediate harm to life or property on adjoining parcels.

  • Requires the chancery clerk or municipal clerk to notify the Secretary of State of hazardous trees on certified tax-forfeited properties before removal costs can be reimbursed.

  • Directs the Secretary of State to reimburse the municipality with the most tax-forfeited parcels for cleanup and maintenance costs that may constitute a threat to public health or safety.

  • Exempts the Land Records Maintenance Fund from special fund transfer requirements under Section 27-104-205, preventing the Legislature from transferring these funds to the State General Fund.

  • Effective July 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

Tax-forfeited land certified to state; authorize Secretary of State to withhold 10% for the cost of tree removal.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/13/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Property1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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