SB 3232 appropriates $4.5 million from the state General Fund to Neshoba County General Hospital for costs related to establishing a nursing school in partnership with Mississippi University for Women (MUW). The funding covers expenses for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly supports the hospital and MUW in developing the nursing program through state financial assistance. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the specified appropriation.
SB 3185 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the City of West Point cover costs for Phase Two renovations of its city hall building. The bonds, backed by the state's full credit, would be sold by the State Bond Commission, with proceeds transferred to a special fund for the city's use. This legislation directly assists West Point's local government by providing state-backed financing for specific public infrastructure improvements. The bill creates no new policy but establishes a funding mechanism for a defined capital project.
SB 3283 appropriates $2.8 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Mound Bayou for repairs, renovations, upgrades, and construction at Mound Bayou City Hall during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The funds will directly support the city government's efforts to improve its municipal building infrastructure. The bill specifies that the money will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no additional requirements or conditions stated. This is a straightforward funding allocation for a specific local government project.
HB 1880 appropriates $700,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Rienzi's governing authorities to cover costs for constructing additions to Rienzi City Hall during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding is provided through state warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer upon the city's requisition. This procedural bill directly affects Rienzi's local government by enabling a specific capital improvement project. No policy changes or broader regulations are included; it solely provides state financial assistance for a defined local construction need.
SB 3236 appropriates $2 million from Mississippi's State General Fund for the City of Indianola to cover construction costs of a public safety complex. The complex will house the city's fire station, police department, and municipal court at the intersection of State Highways 82 and 49. The bill requires the city to seek federal matching funds alongside this state appropriation and specifies the funds are for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. The legislation directly affects Indianola residents and city operations by enabling the construction of a consolidated public safety facility.
SB 2944 appropriates $6.9 million from the state General Fund to Harrison County for road improvements along U.S. Highway 49. Specifically, it funds corridor upgrades from U.S. Highway 49 west to the West Wortham Road/Robinwood Drive intersection and the Old Highway 49 intersection, benefiting local residents and traffic in that Harrison County corridor. The funds are designated for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027), with payment processed through the State Treasurer. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new regulations or policy changes.
SB 2974 appropriates $752,500 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Crystal Springs for construction costs of a green room at the Chautauqua Amphitheater. The funds are specifically designated for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027), covering expenses related to building this backstage facility. The bill directly affects the City of Crystal Springs, authorizing state funds for a defined infrastructure project at a specific public venue. It contains no policy changes beyond the financial allocation.
HB 1883 appropriates $150,000 from the state general fund to Alcorn County's Board of Supervisors. This funding directly assists in covering costs for constructing the Fire Department Southwest Station No. 2 and a helipad in Alcorn County. The money is designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The bill provides no policy changes - it solely allocates state funds for a specific local infrastructure project.
SB 3195 appropriates $150,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Sebastopol for paving projects within its city limits during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds cover costs associated with paving roads inside Sebastopol's municipal boundaries, directly benefiting the town's infrastructure maintenance. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader implications.
HB 4019 allocates $5.8 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to cover repairs and renovations at the Rose McCoy Auditorium on Jackson State University's (JSU) campus for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This funding directly supports JSU's maintenance needs for a specific university facility. The bill specifies the funds will be paid through standard state fiscal processes upon proper requisitions. It is a straightforward appropriations measure with no new policy provisions, solely providing financial resources for infrastructure upkeep at JSU.
HB 1875 appropriates $40,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Itta Bena for tennis court repair and rehabilitation during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This bill directly provides financial assistance to the City of Itta Bena for specific infrastructure maintenance at their public tennis courts. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition, as outlined in standard appropriation procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or broader implications.
SB 3171 appropriates $7.6 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Hattiesburg for infrastructure improvements in the WSF Tatum Boulevard, Bonhomie Road, and Parkway Boulevard area. The funds cover specific projects including road repairs, bridge work, sewer and drainage systems, sidewalks, stormwater management, land acquisition, utility relocations, and lighting. This fiscal year 2027 appropriation (July 2026-June 2027) directly supports residents and businesses in that Hattiesburg neighborhood by addressing physical infrastructure needs. The bill is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions.
