Mississippi Bills

SB 3210 appropriates $1.5 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Monticello for water system improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs associated with upgrading the town's water infrastructure. This bill directly affects Monticello residents by enabling infrastructure improvements to their local water system. The appropriation is a straightforward funding mechanism with no additional policy provisions or requirements.

HB 1872 appropriates $140,000 from the state general fund to help the City of Itta Bena cover staffing costs for two full-time police officers, one full-time dispatcher, and one full-time deputy clerk during the 2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding is intended to directly support these specific city positions related to public safety and administrative operations. This is a one-time appropriation for personnel expenses, not a policy change.

HB 1829 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funding for the City of Itta Bena, Mississippi, to cover costs related to installing security cameras and signage throughout the city. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds to the city for this specific purpose, with the state pledging its full credit for bond repayment. The State Bond Commission would manage the bond issuance, sale, and transfer of funds to the city. This is a funding mechanism for a local infrastructure project, not a new policy or law.

HB 1976 allocates $250,000 from the State General Fund to Calhoun County's Board of Supervisors to cover costs for repairing and resurfacing County Road 235 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill provides direct funding for a specific local infrastructure project, targeting road maintenance in Calhoun County. This is a straightforward appropriation with no new policy provisions or broader legislative changes.

HB 4048 appropriates $1,035,555 from the State General Fund to the City of Ruleville for street improvements on Byron, LF Packer, and Elm Streets during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs associated with physical upgrades to these specific city streets. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or broader regulatory changes. The bill directly affects Ruleville’s municipal authorities, enabling them to finance designated infrastructure work.

HB 1978 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds for Calhoun County to repair and pave County Roads 308 and 409. The bill creates a special fund using bond proceeds, which will be disbursed directly to Calhoun County for these specific road projects. The bonds are general obligations of the state, backed by Mississippi's full credit, meaning the state would repay them if needed using state funds. This legislation provides a dedicated funding source for targeted infrastructure improvements on two county roads without requiring additional local taxes.

SB 2939 appropriates $400,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Hinds County for the construction of a community center and park in the unincorporated community of Pocahontas. The funds are designated for the 2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to cover construction costs directly. The State Treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from Hinds County, following standard state financial procedures. This bill provides targeted funding for a local infrastructure project without creating new regulations or policies.

SB 3050 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide financial assistance to Sharkey County and the Town of Rolling Fork for disaster recovery costs. The bill directs the State Bond Commission to issue these bonds, backed by Mississippi's full faith and credit, with proceeds transferred to a special fund for approved recovery projects. If state appropriations fall short, the State Treasurer would cover bond payments from general treasury funds. This legislation directly affects Sharkey County and Rolling Fork by providing state-level funding support for their ongoing disaster recovery efforts.

HB 1828 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds for the City of Itta Bena to purchase motor vehicles. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which the city can use exclusively for vehicle costs. The State of Mississippi pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bonds, with the state treasurer covering any shortfall if legislative funds are insufficient (per Section 80). This bill directly affects the City of Itta Bena by enabling it to acquire new vehicles through state financial assistance.

SB 2985 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Washington County for street repairs, resurfacing, and improvements specifically in Supervisor District 5. The funds are designated for use during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to cover expenses related to maintaining local infrastructure. This bill directly affects residents and property owners within Washington County’s Supervisor District 5 by funding physical street maintenance. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader legislative changes.

SB 3183 allocates $34.6 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Olive Branch for road improvements. The funds will cover costs associated with upgrading and widening Highway 305 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). This project directly affects Olive Branch residents and businesses by improving a key local roadway. The bill is a straightforward funding appropriation with no new regulations or policy changes beyond the specified infrastructure project.

HB 1878 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to help Alcorn County cover costs for building a new Fire Department Southwest Station No. 2 and helipad. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds exclusively for this specific fire station construction project. State bonds issued under this bill would be general obligations of Mississippi, backed by the state's full credit, with repayment guaranteed from state funds if needed. This is a funding mechanism, not a policy change, directly supporting Alcorn County's local fire infrastructure.