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MS HB1730

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gene Newman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits new public facilities funded with government money from being designed or constructed with flat or low-slope roofs (less than 3:12 pitch)
  • Applies to buildings owned or operated by the state, state agencies, universities, community colleges, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions
  • Allows limited exceptions for mechanical equipment platforms, elevator overruns, canopies, and areas with documented engineering constraints (not exceeding 10% of total roof area)
  • Requires certification of compliance before plan approval, contract award, or disbursement of funds; noncompliant projects may have funding suspended or require repayment
  • Authorizes the Department of Finance and Administration to promulgate rules for implementation and compliance review

Legislative Description

Public facilities; prohibit from being constructed with flat or low-slope roofs.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Property2/17/2026
Public Property1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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