Bill > SB2589

This bill brings forward several sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 related to county and municipal garbage collection and liens, with the primary purpose of maintaining existing provisions regarding how counties and municipalities can establish, operate, and fund garbage and rubbish collection systems. The bill outlines detailed provisions for how county boards of supervisors and municipal governing authorities can levy taxes, assess fees, and create liens for garbage collection services. Key provisions include allowing counties and municipalities to levy ad valorem taxes (property taxes) between 4-7 mills to fund these services, establishing the ability to charge fees to residential and commercial property generators, and creating a mechanism for collecting unpaid fees. The bill specifies that fees can be assessed jointly against both the property generator and the property owner, and allows for creating liens on properties with unpaid garbage collection fees, though explicitly prohibits selling property to satisfy these liens. Additionally, the bill provides procedures for notifying property owners of potential liens, allows for payment plans, and establishes processes for handling delinquent fees, including potential restrictions on vehicle license renewals for those with outstanding garbage collection charges. The legislation is designed to provide local governments with flexible tools to manage and fund essential waste collection services while protecting property owners' rights.

Government Affairs

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/SB/SB2589.xml