Miss. lawmakers might consider raising some fees

Miss. lawmakers might consider raising some fees

Top lawmakers say they do not expect a general tax increase in Mississippi next year, but that doesn’t mean people’s pocketbooks might not take a hit.
Some agencies, including the Department of Agriculture and Commerce, have given lawmakers lists of fees that could be increased to generate more money for the cash-strapped state during the year that begins July 1. The House and Senate would have to approve the increases.
Agriculture Commissioner Lester Spell said during state budget hearings last week that his agency provides some licensing and certification services at no extra charge to the people or businesses who benefit, while surrounding states charge for the same services.

AP
9/28/9