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This bill brings forward several sections of the Mississippi Code related to public utilities, specifically sections dealing with certificates of public convenience and necessity, rates, and service, for potential amendment. The bill covers various aspects of utility regulation, including requirements for filing contracts and rate changes, procedures for obtaining certificates to operate utility services, and rules for purchasing electricity from non-utility generators. Key provisions include mandating that public utilities file contracts over $1 million with the Mississippi Public Service Commission, requiring utilities to obtain a certificate of public convenience and necessity before constructing or operating new utility infrastructure, establishing procedures for rate change applications, and setting guidelines for how utilities can purchase power from non-utility sources. The bill does not make substantive changes to the existing law but brings these sections forward, potentially to facilitate future legislative amendments. The provisions apply to various types of utilities, including those providing electricity, gas, water, and sewage services, and aim to ensure fair pricing, protect consumer interests, and maintain effective oversight of utility operations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and covers a wide range of regulatory processes for public utilities in Mississippi.

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