Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1842: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Hinds County with removal of dilapidated/blighted properties in House District 68.

HB 1842 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds for the City of Jackson to buy, remove, and tear down dilapidated and blighted properties located specifically in House District 68. The bill directs bond proceeds to cover costs associated with acquiring, removing, and demolishing these properties. It does not create new programs but provides state financing for existing city efforts to address blighted housing. The funding is restricted to properties within House District 68, which encompasses part of Jackson.

Topics ✓ Housing

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1991: Appropriation; Hinds county for repaving McCluer Road.

This bill appropriates $500,000 from the State General Fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors for repaving and improving McCluer Road during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It directly affects residents and businesses along McCluer Road in Hinds County by funding road repairs and upgrades. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new policies or regulations created. This is a straightforward funding measure for a specific infrastructure project, not a substantive policy change.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3126: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Leflore County for resurfacing and improving County Road 527.

SB 3126 appropriates $1,723,165 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Leflore County for resurfacing and improving County Road 527 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports Leflore County's road maintenance project on County Road 527, covering associated costs for resurfacing and upgrades. The bill specifies payment through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions and takes effect July 1, 2026. This 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 3135: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Greenville for certain infrastructure projects.

SB 3135 appropriates $7,053,578.20 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Greenville for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Greenville by covering costs for repaving/resurfacing city streets ($5,567,900) and rehabilitating sewer infrastructure ($1,485,678). This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements, solely providing state money for specific, pre-identified local projects. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is paid through standard state fiscal procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1830: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Itta Bena with staffing/personnel costs.

HB 1830 authorizes Mississippi to issue state-backed bonds to help the City of Itta Bena cover costs for hiring two full-time police officers, one full-time dispatcher, and one full-time deputy clerk. The bill creates a special fund to disburse the bond proceeds directly to the city for these specific staffing positions. The State Bond Commission would manage the bond issuance, sale, and repayment using the state's full credit, with the city required to use the funds only for these designated personnel costs. This is a direct financial assistance measure targeting the city's local public safety and administrative staffing needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2970: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Jefferson Davis County for road repair.

SB 2970 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Jefferson Davis County for road repair costs during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Jefferson Davis County by providing state funds to cover road maintenance expenses. It specifies that the funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon standard requisitions, with no additional policy changes or eligibility requirements beyond the county’s need for road repairs. This is a routine budget allocation with no legislative action beyond funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3178: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of West Point for renovations to its city hall.

SB 3178 appropriates $2 million from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of West Point for renovations to its city hall during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects the City of West Point by providing funding to cover costs associated with updating its municipal building. The key mechanism is a straightforward state funding allocation, to be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition. This is a procedural funding bill with no policy changes beyond the specified financial support.

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4025: Appropriation; Prentiss County for repairing and upgrading a county access road to U.S. Highway 45.

HB 4025 appropriates $976,620 from the State General Fund to Prentiss County's Board of Supervisors. The funds are specifically for a joint project between Prentiss County and the City of Booneville to repair and upgrade a county access road leading to U.S. Highway 45, including asphalt surfacing and striping. This funding covers costs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and directly assists the county and city in completing this infrastructure project. The bill is a straightforward funding authorization with no new policy provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3027: Bonds; authorize issuance of general obligation bonds for repair and renovation of Oakes African American Cultural Center.

SB 3027 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds specifically to fund repairs and renovations at the Oakes African American Cultural Center in Yazoo City. The bill directly affects the cultural center by providing dedicated state funding for its physical upkeep, without requiring new taxes or fees. Key mechanisms include bonding the state's full credit to cover costs and directing bond proceeds to a special fund for the center's renovation, with repayment secured by the state's general revenue. This is a funding authorization bill focused on infrastructure support for a specific cultural institution.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1877: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Mississippi Military Department with purchasing land adjacent to/near Camp Shelby.

HB 1877 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund the purchase of land near Camp Shelby in Forrest and Perry Counties. The Mississippi Military Department would use these funds to buy land adjacent to Camp Shelby for military training areas and buffer zones. The state would repay the bonds from general funds, backed by the full credit of Mississippi. This mechanism avoids immediate budget allocation while securing land for military operations.

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3154: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Kosciusko for certain infrastructure projects and purchases.

SB 3154 appropriates $1,100,988 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Kosciusko for infrastructure projects and purchases during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically allocated: $778,200 for street paving, stormwater management, sewer upgrades, and park improvements; and $322,788 for purchasing and equipping law enforcement vehicles. This bill directly affects Kosciusko's municipal budget by funding concrete physical improvements and equipment. It is a procedural appropriation with no policy changes, solely providing state funds for designated local projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1985: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist with paving roads.

HB 1985 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the Town of Vardaman pay for paving roads within its limits. The State Bond Commission would sell these state-backed bonds, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for the town's road projects. The state pledges its full credit to repay the bonds, and if state funds are insufficient, the State Treasurer would cover shortfalls from the general treasury. This is a funding mechanism, not a direct road construction project, and it specifically targets Vardaman's infrastructure needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

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