SB2788

Expands oversight of municipally owned energy distribution systems in Mississippi.

Mississippi SB2788 amends the state code to ensure municipally owned or operated public utilities are subject to certain provisions. It mandates that these utilities undergo annual audits conducted by third-party firms, with the findings reported to the Public Service Commission and the Public Utilities Staff by December each year. Violation of this requirement results in a civil fine set by the Public Service Commission. The act also clarifies the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission over public utilities, excluding certain natural gas operations and internal affairs of entities.