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MS HB1073
MS HB1073Consumer freedom of choice; protect in the purchase of farm equipment, vehicles and lawn tools.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Protect Consumer Freedom Of Choice In The Purchase Of Farm Equipment, Motor Vehicles And Lawn Tools; To Amend Section 75-99-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The Consumer Freedom Of Choice In Appliances Act To Reflect The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 75-99-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Terms; To Amend Section 75-99-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit Governmental Entities From Enforcing Any Regulation That Prohibits Or Restricts The Sale Or Use Of Farm Equipment, Motor Vehicles Or Lawn Tools Based On Fuel Source; To Amend Section 75-99-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Nothing In This Act Shall Affect The Governmental Entity's Authority To Ensure The Safe Use Of Farm Equipment, Motor Vehicles And Lawn Tools In Accordance With The Manufacturer's Recommendations; To Bring Forward Section 27-55-539, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Consumer Freedom of Choice Act, aims to protect consumers' ability to choose and use farm equipment, motor vehicles, and lawn tools regardless of their fuel source by preventing governmental entities from enacting or enforcing regulations that restrict their sale or use based on fuel type. The bill renames the existing "Consumer Freedom of Choice in Appliances Act" to reflect its expanded scope, defines key terms like "farm equipment" (machinery used in agriculture) and "motor vehicle," and clarifies that governmental entities can still ensure the safe use of these items according to manufacturer recommendations. It also includes a provision that prohibits the use of dyed diesel fuel or kerosene in motor vehicles on highways unless permitted by federal law, with a penalty for violations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred To Energy (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1073.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1000-1099/HB1073PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1000-1099/HB1073IN.htm |
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