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MS HB4038
MS HB4038City of Greenwood; authorize to establish a Vacant and Abandoned Structure 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. The purpose of this registration program is to address issues like blight, decay, crime, safety hazards, and economic stagnation within the city by ensuring these properties are maintained according to building codes, owners provide proof of insurance, and by 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 (2)
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/HB4038.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/4000-4099/HB4038IN.htm |
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