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HB 881 Mississippi House · 2026 Regular Session

Appropriation; Hinds County for purchasing body cameras and additional vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

HB 881 appropriates $2.5 million from the state general fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors for the Sheriff's Department. The funds specifically cover the cost of purchasing body cameras and ten additional vehicles for the department during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements, directly affecting Hinds County's law enforcement operations.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $2.5M from state general fund for law enforcement equipment, directly funding a public service through budget allocation without tax changes or restrictions.92% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds body cameras and vehicles for Sheriff's Department, enhancing police accountability - a key criminal justice reform indicator.85% confidence
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 16, 2026 Last action Feb 25, 2026
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