HB1989Introduced in the House
Sales tax; exempt sales of utilities to certain nonprofit organizations.
Introduced by Scott Bounds, District 44
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 27-65-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt From Sales Taxation Sales To Certain Nonprofit Organizations Of Utilities That Are Utilized On Property That Is Primarily Used For Agricultural Exhibits, Livestock Shows, Carnival Rides, Horse Racing And Various Types Of Other Entertainment, And On Which Are Located Facilities That Provide For Temporary Lodging Accommodations; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Approved by Governor
April 6, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
3 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
SenateStage: Senate Conference Report Adopted · March 29, 2026
50
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
52 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
Citizen Voice
How would you vote on this bill?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Michael McLendon | 1 | Yes |
| Theresa Gillespie Isom | 2 | Yes |
| Kathy Chism | 3 | Yes |
| Rita Potts Parks | 4 | Yes |
| Daniel Sparks | 5 | Yes |
| Chad Mcmahan | 6 | Yes |
| Hob Bryan | 7 | Yes |
| Benjamin Suber | 8 | Yes |
| Nicole Boyd | 9 | Yes |
| Neil Whaley | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred To Ways and Means
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Motion to Reconsider Entered (Bounds, Lamar, Steverson)
Reconsidered
Amended
Passed As Amended
Transmitted To Senate
Referred To Finance
Title Suff Do Pass As Amended
Amended
Passed As Amended
Returned For Concurrence
Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
Conferees Named Lamar,Steverson,Powell
Conferees Named Harkins,Taylor,Carter
Conference Report Filed
Conference Report Filed
Conference Report Adopted
Conference Report Adopted
Enrolled Bill Signed
Enrolled Bill Signed
Approved by Governor
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