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This bill allows counties and municipalities in Mississippi to choose not to be subject to certain permitting requirements for construction. Specifically, the bill modifies existing state law to give local governments the option to opt out of mandated permitting processes within 90 days of the bill's effective date. Under the current law, counties and municipalities are required to include specific details on construction permits, such as the contractor's material purchase certificate number, taxpayer identification number, and license number. By passing a resolution, local governments can choose to exempt themselves from these requirements. The bill also brings forward several existing sections of Mississippi law related to residential builders and remodelers, which suggests the legislation is maintaining the current framework of regulations while providing local governments more flexibility in implementing permitting processes. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments ample time to consider whether they want to opt out of the mandatory permitting details. This bill represents a move towards local control and potentially reduced bureaucratic requirements for construction projects.

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