Bill > SB2062

This bill, titled the Consumer Freedom of Choice Act, amends existing Mississippi law to expand protections for consumers regarding their choices in operating certain equipment. Specifically, it renames the act to include motor vehicles, tools, and farm equipment, and defines "motor vehicle" and "farm equipment" for the purposes of this law. The core provision prohibits any governmental entity, which includes state agencies and local political subdivisions, from creating or enforcing rules that restrict or ban the use of motor vehicles, tools (such as generators, lawn mowers, chainsaws, etc.), and farm equipment based on the type of fuel they require to operate. This also extends to prohibiting restrictions on the sale of such items based on their fuel source. The bill clarifies that this does not affect a governmental entity's ability to ensure equipment is used legally, obtained from authorized providers, or to enforce public safety codes, as long as these actions are not solely based on the fuel type. It also allows for actions to ensure safe usage according to manufacturer recommendations.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2062.xml