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MS HB1310
MS HB1310False claims of damage for application of certain agricultural agents; shall be misdemeanor on third occurrence.
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Introduced
01/20/2025
01/20/2025
In Committee
01/20/2025
01/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Provide That The Intentional And Willful False Allegations Of Damage As An Alleged Direct Result From Certain Pesticides, Fertilizers And Other Agents Through Chemigation, Fertigation And Aerial Application Shall Be Deemed A Misdemeanor On The Third Occurrence Of Such False Reporting To A Law Enforcement Agency Or The Mississippi Department Of Agriculture And Commerce; To Prescribe Penalties For Said Violations; To Stipulate That Inconclusive Findings By The Bureau Of Plant Industry Of Damages Reported Caused By Drift Or Spray Shall Not Account For One Of The Three False Claim Violations; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill addresses false claims of agricultural chemical damage by making it unlawful for individuals to intentionally and willfully report false damage allegations to law enforcement or the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce regarding the use of agricultural agents like pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and other chemical applications. Specifically, a person who makes such false claims will be charged with a misdemeanor upon the third occurrence, which can result in up to six months in county jail, a fine of up to $1,000, and potential additional costs for attorney's fees, law enforcement compensation, and court expenses. The bill includes an important caveat that claims deemed inconclusive by the Bureau of Plant Industry regarding drift or spray application will not count toward the three false claim violations. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to discourage frivolous or malicious reporting of agricultural chemical damage while protecting legitimate claims of potential harm.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB1310.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/HB/1300-1399/HB1310IN.htm |
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