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MS HB898

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rodney Hall

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a 15-member Sales Tax Diversion Study Committee to examine and develop recommendations on proper allocation of sales tax revenue between the Mississippi Department of Revenue and municipalities
  • Committee responsibilities include reviewing current sales tax diversion practices, identifying discrepancies, assessing financial impacts on municipalities, and analyzing technological solutions for accurate distribution
  • Members include the House Ways and Means Chairman, Senate Finance Chairman, 6 legislators appointed by leadership, representatives from large and small municipalities appointed by the Governor, and officials from the Department of Revenue, State Auditor's office, Municipal League, Economic Council, and BIPEC
  • Committee must report findings and recommendations to the Legislature by December 1, 2026, with reforms targeted for the 2027 Legislative Session
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026, and dissolves January 1, 2027, unless extended by the Legislature

Legislative Description

Sales Tax Diversion Study Committee; create.

Last Action

Returned For Concurrence

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/13/2026
Ways and Means1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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