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MS HB670

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brent Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the number of package retailer's permits (liquor store licenses) a person may own from one to two under expanded conditions
  • Allows ownership of a second permit if the additional location is in a different municipality with population of at least 35,000, or if the second location is at least 75 miles from the first
  • Maintains existing exception allowing a second permit for premises with $20 million minimum capital investment in a major retail development project in the three southernmost Mississippi counties, located at least 100 miles from the first permitted location
  • Amends Section 67-1-51 of the Mississippi Code of 1972
  • Passed the House during the 2026 Regular Session and was sponsored by Representative Powell

Legislative Description

Alcoholic beverages; increase number of package retailer's permits a person may own.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/18/2026
State Affairs1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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