State Fire Marshal's Office; authorize to approve construction plans for buildings not less than 75 feet tall.

HB 1166 requires that construction plans for any building 75 feet or taller must be submitted to and approved by Mississippi's State Fire Marshal's Office before construction begins, effective July 1, 2025. This applies to all new tall buildings and ensures compliance with state fire safety codes during the planning phase. Building owners must pay for the review, and unpaid fees may result in daily fines of up to $1,000. The bill does not change existing fire safety requirements for other building types, such as public assembly spaces or correctional facilities.