Mississippi Development Authority; require to conduct review of infrastructures in counties with high rates of poverty.
This bill requires the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to annually study public infrastructure conditions (like roads, water systems, and bridges) in the state's 20 counties with the highest poverty rates. The MDA must then report its findings to the legislature by December 31 each year and provide guidance to those counties on accessing federal and state funding for infrastructure improvements. It directly affects the 20 designated counties by mandating a structured review of their infrastructure needs and support for securing resources. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 10, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Jan 10, 2025
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Referred To State Affairs;Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency
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Omeria Scott
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