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MS HB320
MS HB320CON; Health Department shall issue for construction of an acute care hospital in Tunica County.
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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 41-7-191, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Tunica County Health Care Authority, Tunica County Board Of Supervisors, Or Other Authorized Managing Entity May Apply For, And The State Department Of Health Shall Issue, A Certificate Of Need For The Construction Of An Acute Care Hospital In Tunica County Upon Demonstration Of The Feasible Viability Of Such; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi Code Section 41-7-191 to allow the Tunica County Health Care Authority, the Tunica County Board of Supervisors, or another authorized entity to apply for and receive a Certificate of Need (CON) from the State Department of Health for the construction of an acute care hospital in Tunica County, provided they can demonstrate its feasible viability. A Certificate of Need is a regulatory approval required for certain healthcare facility projects, and this amendment specifically waives the usual requirements for substantial compliance with the State Health Plan and a formal hearing process for this particular project in Tunica County.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0320.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0320IN.htm |
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