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MS HB4004

MS HB4004
Ad valorem tax; exempt certain tractors, agricultural implements and equipment, and vehicles.


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Introduced
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 27-31-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt From Ad Valorem Taxation Tractors, Agricultural Implements And Equipment, And Vehicles, Not Exempt Under Section 27-51-41(2), While In The Hands Of A Bona Fide Dealer As Merchandise On A Floor Plan, Consignment Or Other Basis; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Mississippi law to exempt certain agricultural equipment and vehicles from ad valorem taxes, which are taxes based on the value of property. Specifically, tractors, agricultural implements and equipment, and vehicles that are not already exempt under another section of law will be exempt from these taxes when they are held by a legitimate dealer as merchandise, whether on a floor plan (a type of financing where a dealer pays interest on inventory until it's sold), consignment (where a dealer sells goods owned by another party), or any other similar arrangement. This exemption is intended to provide tax relief to agricultural businesses and dealers.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred To Ways and Means (on 02/18/2026)

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