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This bill amends Section 49-15-9 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to revise the rights of a riparian (waterfront) owner for the purposes of state-owned lands on Deer Island. Specifically, it reduces the distance from the shore within which a riparian owner has the sole right to plant, cultivate, and gather oysters, and erect structures, from 750 yards to 400 yards for state-owned lands on Deer Island. The bill also allows the governing authorities of municipalities and county boards of supervisors to adopt reasonable rules and regulations to protect riparian owners in the enjoyment of their riparian rights, including the use of beaches, landings, and riparian areas abutting or fronting on roads, streets, or highways.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure

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