HB1368

Mississippi HB1368 mandates a 45-day period between meter readings and utility bill issuance.

Mississippi HB1368 requires that utility service bills be rendered within forty-five days from the reading of the meter. This bill aims to ensure transparency and fairness in billing practices by establishing a clear timeframe for bill issuance. It affects all utility service consumers within the state, ensuring they receive their bills within a specified period after meter readings. The bill also updates certain sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 related to municipally owned utilities and public utility regulation.