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MS SB2210
Bill
Status
4/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Derrick Simmons
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Bolivar County Board of Supervisors to establish a utility district within the Choctaw community to own, control, operate, and maintain the Choctaw Sewer Association system, including lift stations, treatment lagoons, and pipes
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Permits the county to use general funds or grant money to repair and improve the sewer system prior to transferring it to the new utility district
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Creates a board of commissioners (3-5 members) appointed by the Board of Supervisors, with initial 2-year terms followed by 5-year terms, to govern the utility district independently
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Exempts the utility district from obtaining a certificate of convenience and public necessity from the Mississippi Public Service Commission since the system already exists
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Allows the utility district to collect delinquent sewer fees by partnering with water associations to shut off water service for customers 60 or more days past due on sewer payments
Legislative Description
Bolivar County; authorize to create utility district to own, control, operate and maintain Choctaw Sewer Association system.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
4/15/2026