HB970Introduced in the House
Counties and municipalities; authorize to adjudicate property with a riparian owner as a menace under certain circumstances.
Introduced by Jimmy Fondren, District 111
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Sections 21-19-11 And 19-5-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Any Municipal Governing Authority And Any County Board Of Supervisors May Determine Whether Property That Has A Riparian Owner Is A Menace To The Public Health, Safety And Welfare Of The Community; To Provide That Such Property May Be Assessed Certain Fees And Penalties, Under Certain Circumstances, For The Cleaning Of Such Property If The Property Is Adjudicated A Menace By The Governing Authority Of A Municipality Or The Board Of Supervisors Of A County; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Municipalities;Judiciary A
DR - TSDP: MU To JA
Died In Committee
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