SB2309

Mississippi SB2309 aims to protect the powers of county authorities regarding water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

Mississippi SB2309 amends the Mississippi Code to ensure the Mississippi Public Service Commission does not interfere with the powers granted to county authorities. These powers include acquiring, constructing, and maintaining water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, entering into contracts, setting rates, and using eminent domain. The county authorities can also operate and maintain systems, employ staff, and invest funds for these purposes. The act emphasizes that rates and fees for these services are not regulated by the Mississippi Public Service Commission.