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died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1019: Land banks; authorize counties and municipalities to create to convert certain property to productive use.

HB 1019, the "Land Bank Act," allows Mississippi counties and municipalities to create land bank authorities to acquire, clear ownership of, and convert vacant or abandoned properties into productive uses like housing or business sites. These authorities can buy property, issue bonds for financing, and use streamlined processes to resolve title issues, while being prohibited from developing casinos, using eminent domain, or levying taxes. The bill directly affects local governments seeking to revitalize blighted areas through coordinated property management. However, the bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and did not advance to the full legislature.

Topics ✓ Housing

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1352: Landlord/tenant; extend notice of rental termination for nonpayment of rent.

HB 1352 would change Mississippi law to extend the notice period for tenants who miss rent payments. Currently, landlords must give tenants 5 days to pay overdue rent before starting eviction; this bill would increase that to 14 days. It directly affects renters who fall behind on payments and their landlords by providing more time to resolve payment issues. The key change is modifying Section 89-8-13(5)(a) of the Mississippi Code to require a 14-day notice period for nonpayment of rent. The bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and has not become law.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1181: Wastewater disposal systems; reduce time by which SDH must determine feasibility or suitability of establishing in subdivisions.

HB 1181 shortens the review timeline for wastewater system approvals in new subdivisions. It requires Mississippi's State Department of Health to make feasibility determinations for centralized systems and suitability determinations for individual on-site systems within 20 days of receiving complete applications from developers. This directly affects housing developers who need these approvals to proceed with subdivision construction. The bill does not change the technical requirements for wastewater systems, only the deadline for the department's review process.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Property Development

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 224: Use of restitution centers by DOC; repeal and convert centers into post-release reentry centers.

HB 224 converts Mississippi's three existing restitution centers (in Madison County, Flowood, and Pascagoula) into post-release reentry centers. It requires the Department of Corrections to serve individuals eligible for release - including those on parole or early release supervision - who lack immediate housing upon release, with stays limited to 90 days or until housing is secured. The bill mandates the department to provide services like housing assistance, job training, driver's licenses, counseling, and healthcare connections at these centers. It repeals laws authorizing restitution centers (Sections 99-37-19 and 99-37-21) and amends sex offender registration procedures (Section 45-33-35) to align with the new reentry framework.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole Victims' Rights

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 298: Adverse Possession; prohibit right of title.

Mississippi's HB 298 amends state law to permanently prohibit adverse possession claims from establishing legal ownership of land. The bill changes Section 15-1-13 to state that no one can gain title to property simply by occupying it without permission for a certain period. This directly affects landowners and individuals who might have attempted to claim ownership through long-term, unauthorized use of property. The law takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Housing

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 2057: Mississippi Civil Rights Act; enact.

SB 2057, the Mississippi Civil Rights Act, would prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, immigrant status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or familial status in employment, housing, public accommodations, and educational institutions. It would create legal remedies for victims, including compensatory damages for emotional harm, back pay for employment discrimination, and attorney fees. The law would apply to employers with 9+ employees, public spaces open to the general public, and schools, while excluding religious organizations from employment discrimination rules for religious roles and certain family businesses. The bill was referred to committee in January 2025 but died in committee on February 4, 2025, and has not advanced.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Immigration ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination

died · Mississippi · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 1255: Homestead exemption; increase for persons 65 years of age or older.

HB 1255 increases the homestead property tax exemption for Mississippi homeowners aged 65 or older. Starting January 1, 2026, qualifying seniors will receive an exemption covering up to $12,500 of their home's assessed value (up from the current $7,500 limit for this group). This applies to primary residences (homestead property) and reduces property taxes levied for both school districts and county general funds. The change affects Mississippi residents aged 65+ who own and occupy their primary home as of the tax year.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✗ Education ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 1053: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Hinds County with removal and demolition of dilapidated/blighted properties in House District 68.

HB 1053 would have authorized Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund the acquisition, removal, and demolition of dilapidated properties in House District 68 (primarily in Jackson, Hinds County). The bill's key mechanism directs bond proceeds into a special fund specifically for these demolition costs, with the State Bond Commission managing the bond issuance and sale. This would have directly affected property owners and residents in House District 68 by targeting blighted properties for removal. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and was never enacted.

Topics ✓ Housing

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 790: Trespassers; clarify no rights for.

HB 790 clarifies that anyone who enters property without permission (a trespasser) cannot be considered a tenant and may be removed immediately by the property owner or their agent, without needing court proceedings or following standard eviction processes. The bill amends Mississippi tenant law to explicitly state that trespassers have no tenant rights, including protection from removal or liability for items left behind. It directly affects individuals who occupy property without the owner's consent, such as squatters or unauthorized occupants. The law changes existing statutes to ensure trespassers are not covered by tenant protections, allowing owners to address unauthorized presence swiftly.

Topics ✗ Housing

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

died · Mississippi · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1273: Rental Purchase Agreements; establish certain rights and duties specific to agreements for a conveyance of real property.

This bill updates Mississippi's rental-purchase agreement law for real property (homes), requiring landlords to file agreements in county land records. It gives renters who miss payments a 15-day window to reinstate their agreement by paying overdue amounts, but limits this option to three times per agreement. After a fourth missed payment, landlords may pursue all available remedies under the law. The bill directly affects renters and landlords involved in home rental-purchase agreements, clarifying filing requirements and reinstatement rules.

Topics ✓ Housing

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