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MS HB4037
MS HB4037City of Greenwood; authorize to establish a Vacant and Abandoned Structures Registration Program.
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Introduced
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of The City Of Greenwood, Mississippi, To Establish A Vacant And Abandoned Structures Registration Program; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the City of Greenwood, Mississippi, to create a program requiring owners of vacant and abandoned structures, including both homes and businesses, to register them. This program aims to combat blight, decay, crime, and safety hazards by ensuring these properties are maintained, providing essential building information for emergency responders, requiring proof of insurance, and establishing fees and penalties for non-compliance, ultimately encouraging the rehabilitation or redevelopment of these properties to improve the community.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred To Local and Private Legislation (on 02/20/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB4037.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/4000-4099/HB4037IN.htm |
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