This bill appropriates $150 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Department of Health for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly assists rural public hospitals identified as being at high financial risk. The funds will be distributed by the State Treasurer to support these hospitals' operations. The bill specifies no additional mechanisms beyond the allocation amount and timeframe.
SB 3329 appropriates $975,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Quitman County for courthouse renovations, repairs, and improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The funds cover costs directly related to maintaining and upgrading the county courthouse building. The money will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as specified in the bill. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements beyond the specified appropriation.
SB 3194 appropriates $75,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Hickory for fiscal year 2027. The funds cover costs related to renovating the local police station and purchasing law enforcement vehicles and equipment. This bill directly affects Hickory's police department by providing state funding for specific infrastructure and equipment upgrades. The appropriation is effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and is funded through the State General Fund.
HB 4055 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds for the City of Indianola to cover costs of street improvement projects on various streets within the city. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which will be disbursed directly to Indianola for these infrastructure projects. The bonds are backed by Mississippi's full credit, meaning the state would use general funds if needed to repay bondholders. This is a direct financial assistance measure for Indianola's local street maintenance and improvement efforts.
SB 3017 appropriates $1,230,275.75 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Duncan for costs related to its 2024 road rehabilitation project. The funds are designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This is a direct payment to Duncan's government to cover expenses already incurred for road repairs completed in 2024. The bill does not create new policy or affect residents directly beyond funding an existing infrastructure project.
HB 1834 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds for capital improvements at Jackson State University, Alcorn State University, and Mississippi Valley State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to campus buildings, facilities, and infrastructure at these three public universities. The State Bond Commission would manage the bond issuance, with funds deposited into a special account for these specific projects. This is a funding mechanism, not a new program, and directly affects the operational infrastructure of these institutions.
SB 3133 appropriates $259,940 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Itta Bena for its citywide water main repair project during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs directly associated with repairing the city's aging water infrastructure. The appropriation is funded through the State General Fund, with payment processed via state fiscal procedures upon proper requisition. This bill affects Itta Bena residents by enabling critical upgrades to their public water system.
SB 2955 appropriates $320,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of Magee for its police department to cover costs associated with buying vehicles and equipment. The funds are specifically designated for use during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill outlines the payment process, directing the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions from the city. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader legislative changes. It directly affects the City of Magee Police Department by providing resources for operational equipment.
SB 2969 allocates $2 million from the state General Fund to Lawrence County for fiscal year 2027 to cover costs of renovating, improving, upgrading, and expanding the James Givens Building. This procedural appropriation directly affects Lawrence County government by funding specific physical improvements to a county building. The bill provides no new policy changes or broader legislative action - it solely authorizes state funding for this defined project. The funds are to be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026.
SB 3356 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Picayune for park improvements at Friendship Park during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill provides direct funding to cover costs associated with physical upgrades to Friendship Park, a public space in Picayune. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader legislative impact.
SB 3003 allocates $20 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Greenville for the Mississippi River Museum project. The funds cover all costs related to designing, constructing, furnishing, and equipping the museum during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a direct financial appropriation with no new policy provisions or eligibility requirements. The bill solely provides funding for the museum's development, affecting the City of Greenville as the recipient. It does not alter existing laws or create new obligations.
SB 3190 would exempt retail sales of firearm safes from Mississippi's state sales tax. This means consumers purchasing firearm safes would no longer pay the 7% state sales tax on these items. The bill amends Section 27-65-111 of the Mississippi Code to add firearm safes to the existing list of tax-exempt items, such as medical supplies and educational materials. This change directly affects firearm safety retailers and consumers who buy safes for home or business storage.
