Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1994: Appropriation; Monroe County for Tenn-Tom Bike Trail Project.

HB 1994 appropriates $437,500 from the state general fund to Monroe County's Board of Supervisors for the Tenn-Tom Bike Trail Project. The funds cover costs like planning, engineering, surveying, and construction for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly supports Monroe County’s development of the bike trail infrastructure, which connects to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway system. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3188: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Lowndes County in paying costs of wastewater and sewer upgrades in Supervisor District 4.

SB 3188 authorizes Mississippi to issue state-backed bonds to help Lowndes County pay for wastewater and sewer system upgrades in Supervisor District 4 (within Senate District 16). The state would cover these costs through bond sales, with repayment backed by Mississippi’s full credit. This directly assists Lowndes County residents in District 4 by funding critical infrastructure improvements. The bill creates a financial mechanism for the state to support local municipal projects without requiring county funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1987: Appropriation; Webster County for repairs and improvements to a segment of Old Dancey Road.

HB 1987 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Webster County's Board of Supervisors for repairs, upgrades, and improvements to approximately four miles of Old Dancey Road. This funding directly assists Webster County residents who use this road segment by covering costs for maintenance and infrastructure work during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill provides a specific sum for the county to use toward construction and repair expenses without altering broader policy. It is a straightforward funding measure with no new regulations or eligibility requirements beyond the designated road project.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3357: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to JSU for infrastructure within the CCID.

SB 3357 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Jackson State University (JSU) for infrastructure costs within Mississippi's Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects JSU by funding specific infrastructure improvements in the CCID, a designated area near the state capitol in Jackson. It provides no new policy changes but allocates existing state funds for this defined purpose, with disbursement handled through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. The funding becomes effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3136: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Hinds County for road and infrastructure improvements.

SB 3136 appropriates $2 million from the state General Fund to Hinds County for road and infrastructure improvements in Senate District 26 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support local road projects and infrastructure upgrades within that specific district. This bill provides a dedicated funding source for these improvements, administered through the State Treasurer and Fiscal Officer per standard procedures. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3038: Bonds; authorize issuance for improvements to the K.L. Simmons Technology Building at Alcorn State University.

SB 3038 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the K.L. Simmons Technology Building at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to be paid into a dedicated fund for these specific improvements, with the state pledging its full credit for repayment. This directly affects Alcorn State University by providing funding for physical infrastructure upgrades at its campus. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on the bond authorization mechanism without specifying project details or timelines.

Topics ✓ Education

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3150: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Department of Health for public health programs to provide access to postpartum care.

SB 3150 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to the Department of Health. The funds will cover public health programs providing at least 12 months of postpartum care - including mental health and substance use treatment - to new mothers. The bill requires public health facilities to ensure timely follow-up appointments (including virtual options) for postpartum care. This funding directly supports Mississippi residents, particularly low-income mothers, by expanding access to extended postpartum services.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1969: Appropriation; Town of Bruce for general water system line repairs.

HB 1969 appropriates $250,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Bruce, Mississippi, to cover costs for general water system line repairs during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are specifically for repairing aging water infrastructure within the town's system. The appropriation requires the State Treasurer to pay the funds upon proper requisition from Bruce's governing authorities. This is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or eligibility criteria beyond the specified repair work.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1959: Appropriation; Town of Derma for water tank renovations.

HB 1959 appropriates $300,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Derma, Mississippi, to cover costs for water tank renovations during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to directly assist the town’s water infrastructure upgrades, with no additional requirements or policy changes specified. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, following standard state fiscal procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no broader legislative impact beyond the specified project.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1981: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Calhoun County with County Road 306 project.

HB 1981 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for Calhoun County's County Road 306 mill, overlay, and striping project. The bill directs proceeds from these state-backed bonds - secured by Mississippi's full faith and credit - to a special fund, which will then be disbursed to Calhoun County to cover costs associated with the road project. If county funds are insufficient, the state treasury would cover any shortfall on bond payments. This is a straightforward funding mechanism to support a specific local infrastructure improvement, directly affecting Calhoun County's road maintenance efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2961: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Yazoo for renovation of a building to be used as the Boys and Girls Club.

SB 2961 appropriates $500,000 from the state General Fund to the City of Yazoo for renovating a building and improving its parking lot to serve as a Boys and Girls Club facility during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will cover renovation costs for the club’s physical space and parking infrastructure. This bill directly affects the City of Yazoo and its local youth programming by providing state funding for facility upgrades. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2978: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lee County for construction of a fire station in certain communities.

SB 2978 appropriates $808,000 from the State General Fund to Lee County for the construction of a fire station in Mooreville and Eggville communities. The funds are allocated specifically for FY2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to cover construction costs. This bill directly affects Lee County residents in those two communities by providing state funding for a new fire station. It is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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