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This bill modifies the definition of "modular home" in the Mississippi Code by updating the requirements for how such homes are constructed, certified, and installed. The revised definition specifies that a modular home must be transportable in one or more sections, designed as a dwelling when connected to utilities, and include necessary systems like plumbing and electrical. Critically, the bill changes the certification standard from a "nationally recognized building code" to the "most current version of the residential building code adopted by the Mississippi Building Codes Council." The installation of a modular home must now comply with the manufacturer's installation guidelines, rather than a generic national building code. The bill also adds an exemption for hunting and fishing camp structures from building code requirements. The modification provides more specific and localized standards for modular home construction and installation in Mississippi, potentially offering clearer guidance for manufacturers, contractors, and homeowners. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving stakeholders time to adapt to the new requirements.

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