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MS HB1073

Bill

Official Source

Status

Enrolled

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brent Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands Mississippi's existing "Consumer Freedom of Choice in Appliances Act" to cover farm equipment, motor vehicles, and lawn tools in addition to household appliances
  • Prohibits state and local governments from enacting or enforcing any regulation that restricts or bans the sale or use of farm equipment, motor vehicles, or lawn tools based on fuel source
  • Defines covered lawn tools to include generators, lawn mowers, pressure washers, chain saws, leaf blowers, and weed trimmers
  • Preserves government authority to enforce safety codes and ensure safe use of equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Consumer freedom of choice; protect in the purchase of farm equipment, vehicles and lawn tools.

Last Action

Due From Governor 03/18/26

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy2/17/2026
Energy1/16/2026

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