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MS SB2846
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "economic development project" to include qualified projects under the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive Act, in addition to projects using state or federal program funds.
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Authorizes county boards of supervisors and municipal governing authorities to enter into agreements with qualified business enterprises to fund or reimburse project costs using revenues derived from the project, with a cumulative limit of $5,000,000.
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Allows two or more local governmental units to work cooperatively under a single written agreement with a qualified business enterprise to pay or reimburse qualified project costs.
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Requires all agreements to be submitted to the Mississippi Development Authority for approval prior to taking effect, with automatic approval if the authority does not disapprove within 60 days.
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Establishes that agreements are binding on future boards of supervisors and municipal governing authorities for periods not to exceed 20 years.
Legislative Description
Economic development projects; expand local government authority to enter certain agreements in support of.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/13/2025