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MS SB2808

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Andy Berry

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce to issue administrative subpoenas compelling witness attendance and document production for departmental hearings and proceedings
  • Grants the Commissioner and designated agents authority to administer oaths, examine witnesses, and receive evidence from anywhere in the state
  • Allows circuit courts to hold non-compliant subpoena recipients in contempt upon application by the Commissioner
  • Permits the Bureau of Plant Industry to obtain administrative inspection and search warrants from circuit courts when licensed or regulated entities deny access to premises or records
  • Search warrants must be executed within 10 days, served during normal business hours, and include detailed inventory requirements for any seized property; effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

MDAC; authorize to issue subpoenas and apply to circuit courts for administrative inspections and search warrants.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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