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died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1827: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Itta Bena with heavy equipment acquisition.

HB 1827 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the City of Itta Bena to purchase specific heavy equipment, including one backhoe and one bucket truck. The bonds would be backed by Mississippi’s full credit, meaning the state would be responsible for repayment if needed. This bill directly assists Itta Bena with acquiring essential municipal equipment through state financial support.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state general obligation bonds to fund city equipment, directly using state fiscal resources to support municipal infrastructure under Ways and Means.95% confidence
Timaka James-Jones (D)
died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3139: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Edwards for the purchase of certain equipment and paving and resurfacing of a parking lot.

SB 3139 appropriates $400,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Edwards for fiscal year 2027. The funds will directly support the purchase of police department equipment and the paving/resurfacing of the community center's parking lot. This is a one-time budget allocation for specific local infrastructure needs, not a new policy or law. The money becomes available July 1, 2026, and must be spent within the 2027 fiscal year.
Kamesha Mumford (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1856: Appropriation; Hinds County for cleaning blighted property in House District 68.

HB 1856 appropriates $1 million from the state general fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors for cleaning blighted properties specifically in House District 68 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs associated with removing debris and improving vacant or neglected properties in that legislative district. This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements, solely supporting existing county cleanup efforts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $1M from state general fund for local property cleanup, directly funding a public service under budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds cleanup of blighted properties, improving housing conditions and neighborhood revitalization through direct appropriation.85% confidence
Zakiya Summers (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1975: Appropriation; Calhoun County for reparing County Roads 418 and 433.

HB 1975 appropriates $1.1 million from Mississippi's general fund to Calhoun County's Board of Supervisors for road repairs. The funds specifically cover resurfacing County Road 418 ($500,000) and resealing County Road 433 ($600,000) during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). This is a direct funding allocation for existing maintenance work on two specific county roads, with no new policy changes or eligibility requirements. The bill directs the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirectly funds road repairs ($1.1M) for County Roads 418 and 433, advancing transportation infrastructure maintenance without policy changes.95% confidence
Willie Bailey (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1972: Appropriation; Town of Bruce for various improvement projects.

HB 1972 appropriates $1,650,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Bruce, Mississippi, for specific infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are allocated to: renovating the town square ($125,000), replacing water shut-offs ($200,000), purchasing a fire truck ($750,000), upgrading park fencing and soccer field lighting ($75,000), and repairing water ($250,000) and sewer systems ($250,000). The bill directly affects the Town of Bruce’s governing authorities, who will manage the funds for these defined projects. It requires state payment via warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer upon proper requisitions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1.65M from State General Fund for essential infrastructure projects (water, fire, parks), directly funding public services per state budget appropriations.95% confidence
Willie Bailey (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4087: Appropriation; Town of Belmont for paving Washington Street.

HB 4087 appropriates $380,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Belmont for paving Washington Street during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Belmont’s local infrastructure project by providing state funding to cover paving costs. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or broader regulatory changes.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road paving project for Belmont's infrastructure, directly supporting transportation infrastructure maintenance per bill's appropriation purpose.95% confidence
Tracy Arnold (R)
died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2983: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to downtown corridor.

SB 2983 appropriates $4.5 million from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of Greenville for downtown corridor improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds cover design, construction, and other costs to upgrade the downtown area, directly benefiting Greenville’s local infrastructure and community development. This is a straightforward funding authorization with no new policy requirements or broader impacts beyond the specified city project.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly appropriates $4.5M from General Fund for city infrastructure, advancing budget allocation for public infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds downtown corridor infrastructure improvements, directly supporting transportation infrastructure development in Greenville.95% confidence
died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3118: Income tax; implement pilot program authorizing credit for educational expenses, awarded by lottery system.

SB 3118 creates a one-year pilot program (for 2026 only) allowing Mississippi parents or guardians to claim a state income tax credit for eligible K-12 educational expenses like private school tuition, textbooks, and school fees. The credit is capped at $2,500 per student annually, with unused portions carryable forward for five years, but the total credits awarded statewide cannot exceed $20 million in 2026. Eligibility is determined through a random lottery system administered by the state tax department, and the credit cannot exceed a taxpayer’s actual state income tax liability for the year. This program directly affects families paying for K-12 education outside public schools, offering potential tax savings through a limited, lottery-based system.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for education expenses, offering relief to families while capping state cost at $20M for fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates tax credit for K-12 expenses, expanding educational access through private school funding via lottery system.95% confidence
Angela Hill (R)
died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3355: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Wiggins for the purchase of a new fire truck.

SB 3355 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Wiggins for the purchase of a new fire truck during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Wiggins’ fire department by providing state funding to cover the cost of acquiring new equipment. It specifies that funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition, with no additional policy changes or requirements beyond the funding allocation. This is a straightforward, one-time appropriation for a specific municipal equipment purchase, not a broader legislative policy change.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1M from General Fund for essential public safety equipment (fire truck), directly funding a city service without tax changes or policy shifts.95% confidence
Angela Hill (R)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1957: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Town of Vardman with playground and walking track at town park.

HB 1957 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to cover construction costs for a playground and walking track at Vardman Town Park. The bill directly affects the Town of Vardman, Mississippi, by providing state funds for this specific park project without requiring local tax increases. Key mechanisms include the State Bond Commission issuing the bonds, with repayment backed by Mississippi's full credit, and proceeds disbursed exclusively to Vardman for the park development. This is a targeted funding mechanism for a single community project, not a broader policy change.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state bonds for public park project, funding without local tax increases, aligns with budgetary support for public services via state appropriations.92% confidence
Willie Bailey (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1885: Appropriation; Youth Court Support Fund for funding staff and equipment for youth courts.

HB 1885 appropriates $7 million from Mississippi’s State General Fund to the Youth Court Support Fund for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports staff salaries and equipment for youth courts across the state. This bill makes no new policy changes but provides dedicated financial resources to maintain existing youth court operations. It affects all youth courts in Mississippi by ensuring they have necessary personnel and tools to function. The appropriation is effective July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $7M from State General Fund to maintain youth court operations, directly funding essential public services without policy changes.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds existing youth courts for staff/equipment, directly supporting juvenile criminal justice infrastructure without policy changes.90% confidence
Cheikh Taylor (D)
died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3033: Bonds; authorize issuance for housing improvements at Alcorn State University.

SB 3033 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds specifically to fund new housing construction for faculty and staff at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to a dedicated special fund for building and equipping housing facilities, with the full credit of the State of Mississippi pledged for repayment. These bonds would be sold through the State Bond Commission and paid using state treasury funds if needed, following standard bond procedures. The legislation directly affects Alcorn State University employees who will gain access to new on-campus housing options.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state bonds for university housing funding, allocating budget resources through fiscal mechanism to support public infrastructure project.95% confidence
Albert Butler (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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