Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2967: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Mendenhall, Mississippi, for repairs to water and sewer infrastructure.

SB 2967 appropriates $750,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Mendenhall for water and sewer infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs associated with repairing or upgrading the city's water and sewer systems. This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader regulatory changes, solely supporting Mendenhall's local infrastructure needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3163: Inventory tax; eliminate, and reimburse lost revenue to local governments through legislative appropriations.

SB 3163 eliminates the ad valorem tax on business inventories (including commodities, raw materials, and goods held for resale) for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. It directly affects these businesses by removing a tax on their inventory holdings. The bill requires the state to reimburse counties, municipalities, and school districts for lost tax revenue through annual legislative appropriations, mandating the Department of Revenue to compile and report annual data on the lost revenue by November 1. This creates a concrete policy change to offset local government revenue losses while exempting specific business inventory from taxation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3142: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Hinds County for improvements to and equipping of certain volunteer fire departments.

This bill appropriates $250,000 from the State General Fund to Hinds County for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs for improvements and equipment at volunteer fire departments located in Senate District 26 within Hinds County. It does not create new policies or obligations but provides direct funding for existing fire department needs. The appropriation is limited to the specified amount and timeframe, with payment to be issued through standard state fiscal procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4086: Appropriation; City of Jackson for repair and maintenance of bridges and sidewalks and other infrastructure projects in the Belaire neighborhood.

HB 4086 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Jackson for infrastructure repairs in the Belaire neighborhood. The funds specifically cover the repair of the Queensroad Avenue bridge near Beacon Place and Overbrook Road, along with other bridges, sidewalks, and infrastructure projects in Belaire - described as Jackson's oldest middle-class neighborhood. The appropriation is for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and must be used solely for these designated projects. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly affecting Jackson's city authorities and residents in the Belaire area.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1863: Appropriation; City of Natchez for replacement of the Canal Street Bridge.

HB 1863 appropriates $3.8 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the City of Natchez for the demolition, reconstruction, and replacement of the Canal Street Bridge during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding directly supports Natchez city officials in covering costs associated with this infrastructure project. This is a straightforward state funding allocation with no new policy provisions or regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3265: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Drew for sewer system rehabilitation.

SB 3265 appropriates $579,276 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Drew for sewer system rehabilitation during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the city’s costs to repair or upgrade its sewer infrastructure, with no new requirements or policy changes for residents or the city. Funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition, as specified in standard state fiscal procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation, not a policy measure.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3173: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Pelahatchie for certain infrastructure projects.

SB 3173 appropriates $1,350,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Pelahatchie for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). Specifically, $1,000,000 funds water and wastewater infrastructure improvements, while $350,000 covers road construction costs. The bill directs state funds to directly support these municipal projects without altering existing laws or creating new requirements. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader implications.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3005: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Washington County for street repairs in Supervisor District 4.

SB 3005 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Washington County for street repairs, resurfacing, and improvements in Supervisor District 4 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This funding directly affects residents and infrastructure in Washington County’s Supervisor District 4 by covering eligible street maintenance costs. The bill specifies that funds will be paid via state warrants upon official requisitions, with no additional policy changes or new requirements beyond the allocated appropriation. As a procedural budget measure, it does not alter existing laws or create new obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1866: Appropriation; DFA for Knox Academy for costs of expanding its facilities.

HB 1866 allocates $2.5 million from the state general fund to Knox Academy in Ellisville for facility improvements, upgrades, and expansion during fiscal year 2027. The bill directly affects Knox Academy, a private K-3 through 6th grade Montessori school offering integrated therapy services for neurotypical and neurodivergent students. The funds are intended to cover costs associated with physical facility changes, with payments processed through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This is a straightforward funding allocation, not a policy change, and it takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1847: Bonds; authorize for Jefferson County Sheriff's Department motor vehicles and repairs to county jail.

HB 1847 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund Jefferson County’s purchase of sheriff’s department vehicles and repairs/upgrades to the county jail. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds specifically for these two purposes: law enforcement vehicles and jail facility improvements. The bonds are general obligations of the State of Mississippi, backed by its full credit, with repayment secured through state treasury funds if needed. This is a funding mechanism, not a direct appropriation, and applies exclusively to Jefferson County’s sheriff’s department and jail.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4077: Appropriation; Hinds County for expanding broadband Internet access in the north and western parts of the county.

HB 4077 allocates $500,000 from the state general fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors to help cover costs for expanding broadband internet access to residents in the northern and western parts of the county during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly assists Hinds County residents in underserved areas by supporting infrastructure costs for improved broadband service. The bill provides a specific appropriation amount with no new regulatory requirements or policy changes. This is a straightforward funding measure, not a policy or procedural bill, with no indication of additional funding mechanisms or long-term program changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3207: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Pope for sewer infrastructure improvements.

SB 3207 appropriates $350,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Town of Pope for sewer infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the town's costs for upgrading its sewer system, with funds to be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader regulatory changes. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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