Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3356: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Picayune for improvements to Friendship Park.

SB 3356 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Picayune for park improvements at Friendship Park during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill provides direct funding to cover costs associated with physical upgrades to Friendship Park, a public space in Picayune. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader legislative impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3003: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for Mississippi River Museum.

SB 3003 allocates $20 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Greenville for the Mississippi River Museum project. The funds cover all costs related to designing, constructing, furnishing, and equipping the museum during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a direct financial appropriation with no new policy provisions or eligibility requirements. The bill solely provides funding for the museum's development, affecting the City of Greenville as the recipient. It does not alter existing laws or create new obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3190: Sales tax; exempt retail sales of firearm safes.

SB 3190 would exempt retail sales of firearm safes from Mississippi's state sales tax. This means consumers purchasing firearm safes would no longer pay the 7% state sales tax on these items. The bill amends Section 27-65-111 of the Mississippi Code to add firearm safes to the existing list of tax-exempt items, such as medical supplies and educational materials. This change directly affects firearm safety retailers and consumers who buy safes for home or business storage.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3205: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lowndes County for moving Old Macon Road to make room for a new railroad spur at the port.

SB 3205 appropriates $1,000,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Lowndes County for the fiscal year 2027. The funds will cover the costs of relocating Old Macon Road to create space for a new railroad spur at a port. This is a one-time funding measure with no policy changes, directly affecting Lowndes County's infrastructure project. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3216: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Brookhaven for a public safety complex.

SB 3216 appropriates $6 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Brookhaven for a public safety complex. The funding covers land acquisition, design, construction, site development, and equipment for the facility during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly affects Brookhaven by providing state funding for a new public safety facility, which would house services like police or fire operations. The allocation is specific to the city's project costs without altering existing laws or creating new regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3322: General Fund; additional appropriation to the Desoto County School District to defray its expenses.

SB 3322 appropriates $4.2 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Desoto County School District for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (covering expenses from July 2025 through June 2027). The funds are designated to help cover the district's operational costs, such as staffing and day-to-day expenses. The state treasurer will disburse the money upon warrants issued by the state fiscal officer following standard state payment procedures. This appropriation directly supports the Desoto County School District, which serves students and staff across its schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4061: Appropriation; Western Line School District for establishing a Star Academy.

HB 4061 allocates $1,000,000 from the state General Fund to the Western Line School District for the 2027 fiscal year to cover costs of establishing a Star Academy program. This program targets selected 7th and 8th grade students and combines project-based learning with workforce readiness training alongside standard coursework. The funding directly supports the district in creating this accelerated educational initiative for middle school students. The bill is a straightforward appropriation with no additional policy mandates.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3181: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Taylorsville for certain infrastructure projects.

SB 3181 appropriates $4.3 million from the State General Fund to the Town of Taylorsville, Mississippi, for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are specifically allocated to cover water infrastructure improvements ($3.1 million) and drainage system upgrades ($1.2 million). This bill directly affects Taylorsville residents by enabling the town government to address local infrastructure needs. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is funded through state general revenue without requiring new taxes or policy changes.

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3307: Capital Expense Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Pascagoula for water system upgrades.

This bill appropriates $3.5 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the City of Pascagoula for water system upgrades during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It directly affects Pascagoula residents and local infrastructure by funding necessary improvements to the city's water system. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new regulations or policy changes created. The appropriation is strictly for defraying costs associated with the upgrades, not for other purposes. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3241: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the MDCC for expansion of the law enforcement training academy.

SB 3241 allocates $15 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) for improvements and expansion of its Law Enforcement Training Academy. This funding covers costs associated with the academy's physical upgrades and growth during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects MDCC, which operates the academy, and ensures state funding for its law enforcement training infrastructure without altering existing policies or creating new regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2958: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to D'Lo for repairs to the D'Lo Community House, streets, and water systems.

This bill appropriates $300,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Town of D'Lo for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly funds repairs to the D'Lo Community House, local streets, and the water system. The funds are to be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no additional legislative action required for implementation. This is a straightforward funding allocation for infrastructure maintenance in D'Lo, affecting the town's residents and public facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3186: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Clay County in paying costs of resurfacing Clisby Road in Supervisor District 2.

SB 3186 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to cover the costs of resurfacing Clisby Road in Supervisor District 2 of Clay County. The funds would be provided directly to Clay County's Board of Supervisors for this specific road project, benefiting residents who use Clisby Road. The bill outlines standard bond procedures (including repayment from state funds if needed) but does not create new policy or affect broader public services. As a funding mechanism for a single local infrastructure project, it requires no additional legislative action beyond bond issuance.

Topics ✓ Transportation

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