MS SB2227

Creates a 14-member study committee to investigate unintended impacts of wind turbines on agricultural properties, aquifers, agricultural aviation, and migratory birds in Mississippi.

Committee membership includes representatives from the Public Service Commission, Department of Environmental Quality, Mississippi State University, Farm Bureau Federation, Agricultural Aviation Association, Department of Agriculture and Commerce, Delta Council, and designated legislative committee chairs from both chambers.

Committee must study and recommend legislation on wind turbine setback requirements, aquifer impacts, agricultural aviation safety concerns, migratory bird endangerment along the Mississippi Flyway, and decommissioning fund requirements.

Requires committee appointments within 30 days, with findings and proposed legislation due to the Legislature by December 1, 2025; committee dissolves by January 1, 2026.

Legislative members receive reimbursement for out-of-session meeting attendance, and state agencies must provide requested facilities, assistance, and data to support the committee's work.