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MS HB828
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Justis Gibbs
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AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 63-7-83 to require trucks, trailers, and other open-top carriers to be equipped with tarpaulin, canvas, or other secure top coverings while transporting sand, dirt, gravel, rock, or paint on public roadways.
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Expands the requirement to apply not only to state, United States, and interstate highways, but also to public roadways within any Mississippi municipality or county.
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Adds paint to the list of items requiring secure covering during transport (previously only sand, dirt, gravel, and rock were specified).
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Takes effect July 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Open top vehicles and carriers; require to be covered with tarp while transporting certain items on public roadways.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025