Mississippi Bills

SB 2941 allocates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau for the preservation and restoration of the Manchester Historic Property in Yazoo County during fiscal year 2027. This funding directly supports the bureau's efforts to maintain a specific historic site, with the money to be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. The bill is purely procedural, providing budgetary support for an existing preservation project without creating new laws or altering regulations. It takes effect July 1, 2026, covering the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.

HB 4007 increases homestead property tax exemptions for lineal descendants (like children or grandchildren) of original owners who have lived in the property as their primary residence for at least 15 years. It provides an additional tax exemption on the *increase* in a home's assessed value resulting from a reassessment after the 15-year mark, beyond the standard homestead exemption. This applies only to the tax increase from valuation updates during the descendant's ownership period, not the full property value. The bill directly affects qualifying long-term family homeowners in Mississippi seeking relief from rising property taxes on inherited homes.

HB 4099 amends Mississippi's state income tax law (Section 27-7-15) to exclude Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation from taxable "gross income." This directly affects Mississippi student-athletes who earn NIL deals through endorsements, social media, or other commercial opportunities. The bill revises the definition of gross income to specifically exclude NIL compensation, meaning this income will no longer be subject to state income tax. The change applies to income earned by student-athletes under NIL agreements, aligning Mississippi tax treatment with the growing trend of NIL compensation in collegiate athletics.

SB 3345 appropriates $525,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Town of Calhoun City for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically allocated to repair and upgrade city streets ($500,000) and upgrade fire department equipment ($25,000). This bill provides direct funding for infrastructure improvements in Calhoun City, with no policy changes or broader impacts beyond the specified projects. It is a procedural appropriation bill with no voting record or sponsor details in the provided text.

HB 1873 appropriates $200,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Itta Bena to cover costs for purchasing one backhoe and one bucket truck. This bill directly affects the City of Itta Bena by providing state funding for specific heavy equipment acquisition. The funds are allocated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. As a procedural appropriation bill, it does not establish new policy but provides financial support for municipal equipment needs.

SB 3000 appropriates $298,125 from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the Town of Benoit for water and sewer system improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly cover the town's costs for upgrading its public water and sewer infrastructure. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions, solely providing financial support for existing municipal infrastructure work.

This bill appropriates $2,650,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Houston for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds specifically cover: $1.3 million for a ladder fire truck, $600,000 for repairs at Veterans Memorial Park, and $750,000 for road repairs around Houston schools. The money will be paid by the State Treasurer upon official requisitions. As a funding allocation bill, it directly affects Houston's city operations without creating new laws or regulations.

SB 3245 appropriates $40,000 from the state General Fund to the City of Shelby for installing a cool-down pad at its city park during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes, directly providing financial support for a specific infrastructure project in Shelby. The bill solely covers the costs of the pad installation, with no additional provisions or requirements.

SB 3353 appropriates $1 million from the State General Fund to Pearl River County (in partnership with the City of Poplarville) for constructing a new fire station. The funds specifically cover construction costs to support Pearl River Community College and improve Poplarville's fire rating. This fiscal year 2027 appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is a procedural funding measure with no new policy provisions. The bill directly affects local government entities in Pearl River County and Poplarville for infrastructure development.

SB 3346 appropriates $250,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Calhoun County for the repair, upgrade, and resurfacing of County Road 102 during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding is specifically designated for road maintenance work on this county route, directly benefiting Calhoun County residents and local infrastructure. The bill requires the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions and takes effect July 1, 2026. This is a routine infrastructure funding measure with no new policy provisions.

SB 3149 appropriates $200,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Learned, Mississippi, to cover costs for repairing, upgrading, and improving the town's infrastructure during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions from the town. This bill directly affects the Town of Learned by providing state financial support for essential infrastructure work. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the allocation of resources.

SB 3048 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs and renovations at the Community Health and Wellness Center, Inc. facility in Isola. The bill directly affects the Community Health and Wellness Center, Inc., a local health care provider, by providing state-backed financial assistance for its facility improvements. Key provisions include using state bonds backed by Mississippi's full faith and credit, with proceeds directed solely to this specific renovation project through a dedicated special fund. The bonds would be sold by the State Bond Commission and repaid using state funds if needed, ensuring the project's financing is secured under state law. This is a targeted funding mechanism for a single health care facility's infrastructure upgrades.