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HB 942

Corporations and LLCs; authorize notice of dissolution from Secretary of State by electronic mail only.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Clay Deweese

Allows Mississippi Secretary of State to notify dissolving corporations and LLCs via email only instead of requiring physical mail notification.

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Bill Summary · HB 942

Legislative bill overview

HB 942 would allow the Mississippi Secretary of State to send dissolution notices to corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) exclusively through electronic mail rather than requiring physical mail. This streamlines the notification process for business entities that are being administratively dissolved, typically for failing to meet statutory requirements like filing annual reports or paying fees.

Why is this important

Electronic-only notice reduces administrative costs and processing time for the Secretary of State's office while accelerating the dissolution process for non-compliant businesses. However, it creates potential issues for businesses that may not monitor email accounts or lack reliable digital communication channels, potentially leading to unintended dissolutions without adequate opportunity to remedy violations.

Potential points of contention

  • Notice reliability: Email can be missed, filtered as spam, or sent to outdated addresses, raising concerns that legitimate business owners won't receive timely warnings before dissolution occurs
  • Digital divide: Small businesses, particularly those in rural areas or run by less tech-savvy owners, may be disadvantaged by eliminating traditional mail notice requirements
  • Due process considerations: Removing the certainty of physical mail notice could be challenged as inadequate legal notification, potentially creating disputes over whether dissolution was properly executed

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

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