This document is a compilation of selected laws of the state of Mississippi that pertain to or impact libraries. Excerpts from the Mississippi state constitution, from the Mississippi Code of 1972, and from relevant amendments are all included. Coverage of the statutes extends to issues such as: (1) legal holidays; (2) liability; (3) zoning; (4) health, safety, and welfare; (5) salaries and compensation for public employees; (6) ethics in government; (7) open meeting policies; (8) availability of public records; (9) tax law; (10) public purchases; (11) laws pertaining to schools and education; and (12) laws governing the establishment of libraries. (BEW)