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MississippiHB 18702026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Bolivar County; authorize to create utility district to own, control, operate and maintain Choctaw Sewer Association System.

Sponsored By: Robert L. Sanders (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Local and Private LegislationLocal and Private

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

New utility district runs Choctaw sewer

The county can create a utility district to run the Choctaw sewer system. Once created, the district has the only local authority to operate, fix, and improve the system and can hire contractors. The county appoints 3 to 5 commissioners; first terms are 2 years, later terms are 5 years. The district does not need a Public Service Commission certificate to run the existing system. The district can charge user fees and, if the creation resolution authorizes it, may levy a local tax or assessments under state law.

County help and transfers for sewer

The county can use general funds and grants to repair and improve the Choctaw sewer system. If the district is created, the county can transfer pipes, land, easements, and money tied to the system to the district. After the transfer, environmental permits move to the district, which takes over compliance. These steps help keep service going and finish needed work.

Water shutoff after 60 days unpaid

If you are 60 days behind on sewer fees, the district can have your water shut off through an agreement with your water provider. The district must give notice. You can be reconnected after you pay what you owe and any reasonable disconnect or reconnection fees. The district can make you repay fees it pays to the water provider.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Robert L. Sanders

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 169 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/26/2026

Passed

Yes: 52 • No: 0

House vote • 3/16/2026

Passed

Yes: 117 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by Governor

    4/6/2026legislature

  2. Enrolled Bill Signed

    3/27/2026Senate

  3. Enrolled Bill Signed

    3/27/2026House

  4. Returned For Enrolling

    3/26/2026Senate

  5. Immediate Release

    3/26/2026Senate

  6. Passed

    3/26/2026Senate

  7. Title Suff Do Pass

    3/24/2026Senate

  8. Referred To Local and Private

    3/17/2026Senate

  9. Transmitted To Senate

    3/17/2026House

  10. Passed

    3/16/2026House

  11. Title Suff Do Pass

    3/11/2026House

  12. Referred To Local and Private Legislation

    2/12/2026House

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