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MS HB1963
Bill
Status
4/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Josh Hawkins
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Board of Supervisors of Panola County to construct or acquire a county jail anywhere within the county, notwithstanding Section 19-7-1 of Mississippi Code.
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Allows Panola County to enter into lease agreements or lease-purchase arrangements for up to 30 years to fund acquisition, maintenance, construction, or equipping of law enforcement, public safety, and county jail facilities.
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Extends lease-purchase authority to include infrastructure improvements and access road improvements related to the law enforcement and public safety facility or county jail facility.
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Takes effect upon passage.
Legislative Description
Panola County; authorize to construct or acquire jail anywhere in county and authorize certain lease-purchase agreement.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
4/17/2025