Bill to prevent many electric car dealerships opening in Mississippi heads to governor's desk
Posted on AllSides March 3rd, 2023
From The Left
• The Mississippi Senate passed a bill that could prevent electric car companies from opening dealerships in the state. • Supporters of the bill say the legislation would preserve more than 50 years of precedent. Opponents say it is "protectionism," – with the legislature interfering in the free market to lessen the impacts of an emerging industry on existing businesses. • The bill now heads to the desk of Republican Gov. Tate Reeves. JACKSON, Miss. – A bill that could keep the electric car industry from expanding its footprint in...
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