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Mississippi Legislature Extends Automatic Repealers on Mississippi Department of Human Services

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The Mississippi Legislature has taken a significant step in extending the automatic repealers on the Mississippi Department of Human Services and its divisions. This move aims to provide qualifications for family protection specialists and clarify the duties and responsibilities of the Division of Youth Services. The legislation, which was signed into law on March 17, 2015, will have a significant impact on the state's social services system.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Mississippi Legislature has extended the automatic repealers on the Mississippi Department of Human Services and its divisions.
  • The legislation, signed into law on March 17, 2015, provides qualifications for family protection specialists.
  • The new law clarifies the duties and responsibilities of the Division of Youth Services, as outlined in Section 43-27-20 of the Mississippi Code of 1972.
  • The measure was referred to the Public Health and Welfare Committee in the Senate on January 16, 2015, and was later passed by the Senate Committee on February 5, 2015.
  • The bill was then referred to the Public Health and Human Services Committee in the House, where it was passed on March 11, 2015.
  • The Principal Author of the Act is Representative Burton.
  • The legislation amends Sections 43-1-1, 43-1-2, 43-1-3, 43-1-5, 43-1-55, and 43-27-107 of the Mississippi Code of 1972.

Statistics:

  • 43-27-20, Mississippi Code of 1972, was amended to clarify the duties and responsibilities of the Division of Youth Services.
  • The automatic repealers on the Mississippi Department of Human Services and its divisions were extended.
  • 7 sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 were amended by the Act: Sec. 43-1-1, Sec. 43-1-2, Sec. 43-1-3, Sec. 43-1-5, Sec. 43-1-55, Sec. 43-27-107, and Sec. 43-27-20.
  • The legislation was signed into law on March 17, 2015.
  • The final action on the bill was on March 17, 2015, when it was enrolled and signed.

Sources:

  • Daily Action Report
  • Mississippi Legislature
  • Mississippi Department of Human Services
  • Public Health and Welfare Committee (Senate)
  • Public Health and Human Services Committee (House)

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