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MS SB2580
Bill
AI Summary
- Establishes the Mississippi Department of Emergency Management as a new executive branch department to consolidate emergency management functions across state government.
- Creates an Executive Director of Emergency Management position appointed by the Governor to lead the department and coordinate all emergency management organizations within the state.
- Reorganizes the existing Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) as an office within the new department, led by a deputy director appointed by the Executive Director.
- Transfers the Mississippi Emergency Communications Authority from under MEMA's purview to operate as a separate office under the new department.
- Grants the Executive Director authority to appoint sub-agency heads, organize internal offices and units, delegate responsibilities, and establish organizational structures as needed to carry out department functions.
Legislative Description
Mississippi Department of Emergency Management; establish.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Structure1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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