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MS HB847
MS HB847Notary public; clarify maximum fee permitted and authorize qualified nonresidents to be commissioned as.
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Introduced
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 25-34-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That Notaries Public May Charge A Fee Exceeding $5.00 When Permitted To Do So By State Law Or Rules Promulgated By The Secretary Of State; To Amend Section 25-34-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 25-34-41, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Qualified Nonresidents Of The State Of Mississippi Who Are Employed Or Have A Practice Within The State To Be Issued A Commission As A Notary Public; To Amend Section 25-34-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi's notary public laws in several ways. It clarifies that notaries may charge a fee exceeding $5 when permitted by state law or rules set by the Secretary of State. It also authorizes qualified non-residents of Mississippi who are employed or have a practice in the state to be commissioned as notaries public. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to existing notary public laws regarding duties, disqualifications, and record-keeping requirements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 03/05/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2024/pdf/history/HB/HB0847.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2024/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0847IN.htm |
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