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MS HB1763

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Fred Shanks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Mississippi Code Section 29-1-75 from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2029

  • Maintains existing prohibition preventing corporations and nonresident aliens from directly or indirectly purchasing Mississippi public lands

  • Preserves exception allowing banking corporations to purchase tax-forfeited lands they own or hold mortgages on, regardless of acreage

  • Continues allowing nonresident aliens to acquire up to 320 acres for industrial development and up to 5 acres for residential purposes

  • Effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public land; extend repealer on statute prohibiting certain corporations and nonresident aliens from purchasing.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency2/16/2026
State Affairs1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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