Mississippi Cemetery Board; establish and empower within the Office of Secretary of State.

Summary

The bill would establish a seven‑member board to monitor private, non‑religious, non‑municipal perpetual‑care cemeteries, enforce standards, and permit families to form nonprofit groups for maintenance. It gives the board authority to inspect cemeteries, issue or revoke operating permits, subpoena records, and seek court orders to protect public trust‑fund interests. The measure aims to safeguard the financial and physical condition of Mississippi cemeteries.

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