Appropriation; Sharkey County for implementing business recovery activities and beginning site development for two pending businesses.
HB 794 appropriates $1 million from the state general fund to Sharkey County's Board of Supervisors for fiscal year 2027. The funds are specifically designated to cover costs for business recovery efforts following the 2023 tornado, beginning site development for two pending business projects, and creating strategies to attract new businesses while supporting existing ones struggling with reduced revenue and staffing shortages. The bill directly affects Sharkey County businesses and local economic recovery initiatives. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is payable upon state fiscal officer approval.
Bill status
died
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2026
Last action Feb 25, 2026
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Jan 16, 2026
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Referred To Appropriations A
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Timaka James-Jones
DDemocratic
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