Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1775

Introduced
2/18/25  
Refer
2/18/25  

Caption

Greenwood Utilities Commission; authorize to bottle and sell its water directly to consumers.

Impact

The bill stipulates that any bottled water production must comply with applicable state and federal health, safety, and labeling regulations, ensuring that consumer safety remains a priority. This compliance framework is crucial as it aligns the operations of the Greenwood Utilities Commission with established standards in the bottled water industry. The impact of the legislation is likely to be seen in areas like local employment and consumer access to a product derived from local resources.

Summary

House Bill 1775 grants the Greenwood Utilities Commission the authority to bottle and sell water sourced from its municipal supply directly to consumers. This initiative aims to create new revenue streams for the Commission, promote the natural resources of Greenwood, and provide local job opportunities. By allowing the Commission to enter the bottled water market, proponents of the bill believe it can enhance economic development within the community.

Contention

While the bill presents a potentially beneficial opportunity for the Greenwood area, there could be points of contention surrounding water resource management, particularly concerning the sustainability of municipal water supplies and the implications of commercialization. Opponents might raise concerns about the environmental impacts of bottling operations or the prioritization of local water for sale versus community consumption. Therefore, while the bill is aimed at promoting local economic growth, it is important that the resources are managed responsibly to prevent potential negative outcomes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2455

Public Service Commission; restructure to include Public Utilities Staff.

MS SB2433

Regulation of public utilities; exempt distribution of water by eligible homeowners association to its own residents from.

MS SB2492

Electric vehicle charging; allow by non-utilities while maintaining consumer protections.

MS SB2544

Department of Marine Resources; update authority regarding regulation of oyster beds and water bottoms.

MS HB287

Mississippi Forestry Commission; authorize to electronically accept bids for timber sales.

MS SB2629

Waters of the state; bring forward code sections for possible amendment.

MS HB299

Mississippi Forestry Commission; authorize to electronically accept bids for timber sales.

MS HB1159

Pat Harrison Waterway District; authorize municipalities to join.

MS SB2526

Pat Harrison Waterway District; authorize municipalities to join.

MS HB1592

Lottery tickets; authorize alcohol package retailer's permit holders to be lottery retailers and sell.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.