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MS HB578
MS HB578Limitation on the liability to the state of prospective contractors; authorize certain agency heads to negotiate.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Authorize The Executive Director Or The Head Of A State Agency, The Governing Body Of The State Agency, The Purchasing Agent, Or Any Other Person Designated By The State Agency To Negotiate The Contract, To Negotiate A Limitation On The Liability To The State Of Prospective Contractors, Provided Such Limitation Affords The State Reasonable Protection; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill allows state agencies, through their executive directors, heads, governing bodies, purchasing agents, or designated negotiators, to negotiate limitations on the financial responsibility of prospective contractors to the state, as long as these limitations still provide reasonable protection for the state. This new authority is in addition to any existing powers these officials have to enter into contracts.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0578.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0500-0599/HB0578IN.htm |
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