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SB 2997 Mississippi Senate · 2026 Regular Session

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Washington County for certain infrastructure projects.

This bill appropriates $7.26 million from the state General Fund to Washington County for specific infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will cover road improvements (including Broadway Road and Old Leland Road), park upgrades, safety enhancements at Highway 61/12 intersection, and facility work at Simmons High School and Chambers Middle School. Washington County residents and local government will directly benefit from these funded projects. The state treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $7.26M from General Fund for infrastructure projects, directly funding public services and essential programs per budget management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds facility work at Simmons High School and Chambers Middle School, directly improving educational infrastructure per bill's summary.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road improvements (Broadway, Old Leland) and Highway 61/12 safety, directly advancing transportation infrastructure projects.95% confidence
Sub-Topics: State Budget Appropriations Roads & Highways K-12 Education
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 10, 2026 Last action Feb 25, 2026
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