Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1961: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Calhoun County with repair of County Road 235.

HB 1961 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for Calhoun County's repair of County Road 235. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which the county would use directly for the road repair project. The state would be responsible for repaying the bonds using state funds if needed, with the full faith and credit of Mississippi pledged as security. This is a funding mechanism, not a policy change, and it specifically targets repairs on County Road 235 in Calhoun County.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3009: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to DFA for United Way to support the 211 Mississippi helpline.

SB 3009 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to fund the 211 Mississippi helpline. The funds will go to the United Way of the Capital Area, Inc., which operates the helpline as a statewide service connecting Mississippi residents to local health and human services. This funding supports the helpline's role in helping callers find resources tailored to their specific needs and location across the state. The bill directly affects residents who use the 211 helpline for assistance with community services.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1876: Appropriation; City of Itta Bena for repair and renovation of certain municipal buildings and facilities.

HB 1876 allocates $550,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Itta Bena to cover costs for repairing, renovating, and upgrading specific municipal buildings, including the library, police department, public works building, and L.T. Brazil Center, for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The state will disburse funds to the city upon its written request using unappropriated state money. This bill directly provides financial support to the City of Itta Bena for maintaining and improving its public infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1858: Appropriation; City of Jackson for renovations and infrastructure improvements at Capitol Unit of Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi.

HB 1858 appropriates $100,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Jackson for renovations and infrastructure improvements at the Capitol Unit of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi, covering fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs associated with upgrading the facility’s physical infrastructure. This bill directly affects the Boys and Girls Clubs’ Capitol Unit operations and the City of Jackson’s management of the project. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3264: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Renova for the Hill Circle Improvement Project.

This bill appropriates $127,943.20 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Renova for the Hill Circle Improvement Project, specifically covering costs from McKnight Road to Hill Circle's terminus. The funds are allocated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The bill directly affects Renova's local infrastructure project by providing state funding to defray associated expenses. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the specified appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3001: Capital Expense Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Beulah for water and sewer improvement project.

SB 3001 appropriates $331,250 from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the Town of Beulah for water and sewer system improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports Beulah's infrastructure upgrades, covering expenses for enhancing its public water and sewer services. The bill specifies that funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new requirements or policy changes beyond the financial allocation. This is a routine funding measure for a specific municipal project, not a policy or regulatory change.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1962: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Webster County with improvements to Old Dancey Road.

HB 1962 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund construction, repairs, and upgrades to Old Dancey Road in Webster County. The bill directs that proceeds from bond sales be deposited into a special fund dedicated to these specific road improvements. If bond payments become due and state appropriations are insufficient, the state treasury would cover the shortfall using unappropriated funds. This is a funding mechanism, not a new policy, directly affecting Webster County's infrastructure project.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2995: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for renovation and repair to the Mid-Delta Regional Airport.

SB 2995 appropriates $2 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Greenville for airport improvements. The funds are specifically designated to cover expenses related to the renovation, repair, and upgrade of the Mid-Delta Regional Airport during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directs the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from the city. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements, directly benefiting the airport's physical infrastructure and the City of Greenville's operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3281: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lee County for the purchase of fire trucks for use in the county.

SB 3281 appropriates $3,950,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Lee County for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to purchase seven fire trucks. The funds will cover costs for county-wide use and specific fire districts within Lee County. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3206: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Coahoma County for improvements to railroad tracks to meet FRA standards.

SB 3206 appropriates $5 million from Mississippi's General Fund to Coahoma County for railroad track improvements needed to meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) safety standards. The funding covers costs associated with upgrades during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027), specifically to bring the tracks into compliance with federal requirements. This bill directly affects Coahoma County's rail infrastructure by providing state funds for necessary safety-related upgrades.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3302: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Delta Compass for construction of and improvements to campus properties.

SB 3302 allocates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Delta Compass for construction and improvements to campus properties. The funding supports economic and workforce development initiatives at Delta Compass facilities during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). This bill directly provides financial resources to Delta Compass for physical campus upgrades, with no additional requirements or conditions specified. It is a straightforward funding measure, not a policy change affecting broader regulations or programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3341: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Village of Woodland for the construction of the Woodland Community Center Safe House.

SB 3341 allocates $2.5 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the Village of Woodland for constructing the Woodland Community Center Safe House. The funding covers costs associated with the facility's construction during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a straightforward appropriation bill with no new policy provisions, solely providing state funds for a specific local infrastructure project.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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