Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3184: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lamar County for renovations and improvements to its tax office complex.

SB 3184 appropriates $4 million from the State General Fund to Lamar County for renovations and improvements to its tax office complex during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Lamar County's efforts to upgrade its tax office infrastructure, benefiting county staff and taxpayers who use the facility. The bill specifies that the State Treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from county officials. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or new requirements beyond the specified renovation project.

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4051: Appropriation; Town of Inverness for improvements to public facilities.

HB 4051 appropriates $300,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Inverness' governing authorities for public facility improvements and maintenance equipment during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to assist with costs associated with upgrading or maintaining public facilities, such as parks, community centers, or infrastructure equipment. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broad-reaching impacts beyond the specified town and fiscal period.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3121: Retailer Tax Fairness act; enact.

SB 3121, the "Retailer Tax Fairness Act," provides a tax credit to Mississippi retailers who accept debit or credit cards. It entitles merchants to a credit equal to 2.5% of state and local taxes collected from customers using electronic payment transactions (like credit/debit cards), because they pay interchange fees to payment networks. This directly affects retailers processing card payments, reducing their tax burden by offsetting fees they pay to process transactions. The credit applies to taxes under specific Mississippi tax codes and local hotel/motel/restaurant taxes, effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3323: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to MS Valley State University for infrastructure improvements to its campus and facilities.

SB 3323 appropriates $3,000,000 from Mississippi's General Fund for Mississippi Valley State University (MSU) to cover infrastructure improvements to its campus and facilities during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding is specifically for campus and facility upgrades, with payment directed through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This bill directly affects MSU by providing dedicated state funding for physical infrastructure projects without altering existing laws or creating new obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3297: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Simpson County for the purchase of equipment for its fire departments.

SB 3297 appropriates $210,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to Simpson County for the purchase of equipment for its fire departments during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports Simpson County’s fire departments by covering costs for acquiring necessary equipment, such as vehicles or safety gear. The bill specifies that the state treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes beyond the financial support for local fire department operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3160: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Canton for the design, construction and equipping of a real-time crime center.

SB 3160 appropriates $1.3 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Canton for the design, construction, equipping, and staff training of a real-time crime center during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directly funds Canton's local government to establish this facility, which would use technology to monitor and respond to crime in real time. It specifies the funds cover all related costs, including building the center and training personnel to operate it. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or conditions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3164: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Mize for improvements to its water system.

This bill appropriates $1,130,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Mize for water system improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds specifically cover $1,000,000 for replacing water well pumps and $130,000 for broader water and sewer infrastructure upgrades. The Town of Mize directly receives and uses these funds to maintain and improve its public water system.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3176: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Clay County for repairs, resurfacing and improvements to Clisby Road.

SB 3176 appropriates $1,000,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Clay County for road repairs and improvements to Clisby Road in Supervisor District 2 during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding covers expenses for repairs, resurfacing, and other improvements to this specific road segment. This bill directly affects Clay County residents who use Clisby Road and local county officials responsible for managing the project. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes beyond the designated road project.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3125: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Sandersville Volunteer Fire Department for renovation and expansion of its fire station.

SB 3125 appropriates $50,000 from the State General Fund to the Sandersville Volunteer Fire Department for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs associated with renovating and expanding the department’s existing fire station. This is a one-time funding allocation for a defined infrastructure project, not a broader policy change. The bill directly affects the Sandersville Volunteer Fire Department by providing resources for physical facility improvements. No additional mechanisms or eligibility criteria are outlined beyond the stated appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3120: Homestead exemption; grant unremarried surviving spouse of totally disabled homeowner same exemption as deceased.

SB 3120 extends Mississippi's homestead property tax exemption to unremarried surviving spouses of homeowners who were totally disabled at the time of their death. Currently, this exemption applies to disabled homeowners themselves, but the bill ensures their surviving spouse retains the same tax benefit after the homeowner's death. The change applies only to cases where the deceased homeowner qualified for the exemption due to total disability (as defined by federal disability programs or state criteria), not to all surviving spouses. This policy change takes effect January 1, 2027, and directly affects disabled homeowners' unremarried spouses seeking continued property tax relief.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4072: Appropriation; Town of Terry for repairing water well and equipment.

HB 4072 appropriates $40,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Terry, Mississippi, to cover costs for repairing a water well and equipment located behind Terry City Hall. The funds are designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly assists the Town of Terry’s local government in maintaining essential water infrastructure. The appropriation is a one-time payment for specific repair work, with no new regulations or broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3340: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Yalobusha County for certain infrastructure projects.

SB 3340 appropriates $1,975,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Yalobusha County for specific infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds will cover: $25,000 for the Velma Volunteer Fire Department's equipment and improvements, $750,000 for a new 911 call center and emergency management facility, and $1,200,000 for debris cleanup following Winter Storm Fern. This bill directly affects Yalobusha County residents by funding essential public safety and storm recovery infrastructure. The funding is allocated through state budget processes and must be spent on the specified projects within the designated timeframe.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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