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SN 102

Frank Barr (Barr) Biggs, Jr., MAI, Madison, Mississippi, MS Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board to represent the Third Congressional District, remainder of a four year term effective February 4, 2025 and ending December 31, 2026.

2025 Regular Session

Nominates Frank Barr Biggs, Jr., MAI, to the Third District seat on Mississippi Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board for Feb 4, 2025–Dec 31, 2026.

Notified of Approval
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Bill Summary · SN 102

Summary: SN 102 — Nomination of Frank Barr (Barr) Biggs, Jr. to the MS Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board

Purpose and scope

  • This bill is a nomination to appoint Frank Barr Biggs, Jr., MAI, of Madison, Mississippi, to represent the Third Congressional District on the Mississippi Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board.
  • The appointment fills the remainder of a four-year term, effective February 4, 2025, and ending December 31, 2026.
  • The nomination falls under the subject area of Business and Financial Institutions.

What the bill does

  • Officially nominates a specific individual (Frank Barr Biggs, Jr., MAI) to a position on the Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board.
  • Aligns representation on the board with congressional district designation (Third District).

Key provisions and details

  • Nominee: Frank Barr Biggs, Jr., MAI (professional designation indicates senior status in real estate appraisal).
  • Position: Board member representing the Third Congressional District.
  • Term: Remainder of a four-year term, from February 4, 2025, through December 31, 2026.
  • Board scope (contextual): The Mississippi Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board oversees licensing, certification, ethical standards, discipline, and continuing education for real estate appraisers in the state.

Affected parties

  • Primary: Frank Barr Biggs, Jr., the nominee.
  • Secondary: Mississippi Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board, real estate appraisers in Mississippi, property owners and consumers relying on appraisals, and entities regulated by real estate appraisal laws.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Referred to committee: February 25, 2025 (Business and Financial Institutions).
  • Advise/Consent: March 27, 2025.
  • Appointment confirmed: April 1, 2025.
  • Notified of approval: April 2, 2025.
  • Status: Notified of Approval; the nomination process appears to be moving toward final appointment to the board.

Potential impact and implications

  • Representation: Ensures the Third Congressional District has representation on the Board for the remainder of the term, which can influence board decisions on licensing standards, disciplinary actions, and licensing requirements.
  • Professional qualifications: The nominee’s MAI designation suggests strong professional credentials, potentially shaping discussions on appraisal standards and continuing education.
  • Public interest: By filling a board seat, the nomination supports governance and oversight of the real estate appraisal profession in Mississippi, with potential effects on appraisal quality, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance.

Notes: No fiscal or regulatory changes are specified in the summary; the bill’s effect is to affect who serves on the board, not to alter the board’s statutory powers or funding.

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

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