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MS HB1441

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jansen Owen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes Mississippi airport authorities to take possession of and obtain title to abandoned motor vehicles left on airport property when owners cannot be located or after proper notice
  • Requires airport authorities to send certified mail notice to registered owners and lienholders, providing 30 days to claim the vehicle and pay all towing, storage, and related charges
  • Mandates publication of abandonment notice in a local newspaper at least 10 days before sale or disposal
  • Allows airport authorities to sell unclaimed vehicles at public auction, dispose of them commercially, or retain them for official airport use including maintenance, security, and operations
  • Sale proceeds must first cover costs of towing, storage, notice, and sale, with any remaining balance held for the owner for 90 days before being deposited into the airport authority's general operating fund

Legislative Description

Airport authorities; authorize to take certain measures upon abandoned motor vehicles left on airport property.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Ports and Marine Resources2/16/2026
Ports, Harbors and Airports1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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