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MS HB1959

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Shane Barnett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Chapter 958, Local and Private Laws of 2016 (as amended) from July 1, 2024 to July 1, 2029 for Wayne County assessment authority
  • Authorizes Wayne County Board of Supervisors to levy assessments on Justice Court cases: up to $50 per conviction or nonadjudication under Mississippi Implied Consent Law, and up to $25 per other misdemeanor conviction or civil case filed
  • Directs assessment revenue to fund construction, operation, maintenance, and related needs of the Wayne County Justice Complex
  • Assessment authority expires July 1, 2029 unless further extended
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Wayne County; reenact and extend repealer on assessments on misdemeanor convictions to fund Wayne County Justice Complex.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/13/2025
Local and Private Legislation3/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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