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HB 28

Appropriation; Real Estate Commission.

2025 First Extraordinary Session Introduced by Richard Bennett and 8 co-sponsors

Mississippi appropriates state funds to the Real Estate Commission to enable regulatory operations and professional licensing oversight.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · HB 28

Legislative bill overview

HB 28 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funding to the Mississippi Real Estate Commission for fiscal operations. The bill has successfully passed both chambers of the legislature and been signed by the Governor as of June 4, 2025.

Why is this important

The Real Estate Commission regulates licensing, conduct standards, and dispute resolution for real estate professionals in Mississippi. Appropriations bills directly determine whether regulatory agencies can maintain staff, conduct investigations, process applications, and enforce state real estate laws.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level transparency: Without access to the specific dollar amount, it's unclear whether the appropriation represents an increase, decrease, or maintenance of current spending levels
  • Regulatory effectiveness: Questions may arise about whether allocated funds are sufficient to adequately protect consumers and maintain professional standards in the real estate market
  • Budget priorities: Some stakeholders may debate whether real estate commission funding competes appropriately with other state priorities during budget discussions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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