Mississippi Farmland, Migratory Bird, and Rural Protection from Industrial Wind Facilities Act; enact.

SB 2528, the "Mississippi Farmland, Migratory Bird, and Rural Protection from Industrial Wind Facilities Act," prohibits new industrial wind facilities (defined as those ≥1 megawatt) from being sited within two miles of prime or unique farmland or in Mississippi Flyway high-risk zones identified for migratory birds. It requires wind facilities to maintain decommissioning plans with financial assurance, comply with wildlife protections, and adhere to setbacks from agricultural aviation areas and FAA obstruction evaluations. The bill directly affects developers of new industrial wind projects by restricting locations, mandating environmental safeguards, and imposing operational requirements. It establishes statewide standards to protect agricultural lands, water resources, and wildlife, while preempting local governments from authorizing prohibited siting. The bill did not advance beyond committee in 2026.