SB 3205 appropriates $1,000,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Lowndes County for the fiscal year 2027. The funds will cover the costs of relocating Old Macon Road to create space for a new railroad spur at a port. This is a one-time funding measure with no policy changes, directly affecting Lowndes County's infrastructure project. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026.
SB 3216 appropriates $6 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Brookhaven for a public safety complex. The funding covers land acquisition, design, construction, site development, and equipment for the facility during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly affects Brookhaven by providing state funding for a new public safety facility, which would house services like police or fire operations. The allocation is specific to the city's project costs without altering existing laws or creating new regulations.
SB 3322 appropriates $4.2 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Desoto County School District for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (covering expenses from July 2025 through June 2027). The funds are designated to help cover the district's operational costs, such as staffing and day-to-day expenses. The state treasurer will disburse the money upon warrants issued by the state fiscal officer following standard state payment procedures. This appropriation directly supports the Desoto County School District, which serves students and staff across its schools.
HB 4061 allocates $1,000,000 from the state General Fund to the Western Line School District for the 2027 fiscal year to cover costs of establishing a Star Academy program. This program targets selected 7th and 8th grade students and combines project-based learning with workforce readiness training alongside standard coursework. The funding directly supports the district in creating this accelerated educational initiative for middle school students. The bill is a straightforward appropriation with no additional policy mandates.
SB 3181 appropriates $4.3 million from the State General Fund to the Town of Taylorsville, Mississippi, for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are specifically allocated to cover water infrastructure improvements ($3.1 million) and drainage system upgrades ($1.2 million). This bill directly affects Taylorsville residents by enabling the town government to address local infrastructure needs. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is funded through state general revenue without requiring new taxes or policy changes.
This bill appropriates $3.5 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the City of Pascagoula for water system upgrades during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It directly affects Pascagoula residents and local infrastructure by funding necessary improvements to the city's water system. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new regulations or policy changes created. The appropriation is strictly for defraying costs associated with the upgrades, not for other purposes. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.
SB 3241 allocates $15 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) for improvements and expansion of its Law Enforcement Training Academy. This funding covers costs associated with the academy's physical upgrades and growth during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects MDCC, which operates the academy, and ensures state funding for its law enforcement training infrastructure without altering existing policies or creating new regulations.
This bill appropriates $300,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Town of D'Lo for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly funds repairs to the D'Lo Community House, local streets, and the water system. The funds are to be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no additional legislative action required for implementation. This is a straightforward funding allocation for infrastructure maintenance in D'Lo, affecting the town's residents and public facilities.
SB 3186 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to cover the costs of resurfacing Clisby Road in Supervisor District 2 of Clay County. The funds would be provided directly to Clay County's Board of Supervisors for this specific road project, benefiting residents who use Clisby Road. The bill outlines standard bond procedures (including repayment from state funds if needed) but does not create new policy or affect broader public services. As a funding mechanism for a single local infrastructure project, it requires no additional legislative action beyond bond issuance.
SB 3321 appropriates $10 million from Mississippi's General Fund for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to fund temporary hotel placements and contracted care providers for children under the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS). This funding directly supports children in state custody who require emergency housing or specialized care services. The bill specifies that funds cover costs associated with short-term lodging and contracted care providers, ensuring immediate placement options for vulnerable children. It does not create new policies but allocates existing resources to address urgent needs within the child protection system.
HB 2000 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund the City of Petal's wastewater infrastructure improvements. The bill specifically provides funds for Petal to construct and expand its system to transport wastewater to Hattiesburg's sewer lagoon. The bonds, backed by the full faith and credit of the state, will mature within 25 years, with proceeds flowing directly to Petal for these infrastructure upgrades. This legislation directly affects Petal residents and taxpayers through improved wastewater services, while state taxpayers bear the bond obligation.
HB 1840 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund upgrades and improvements at the Jackson Police Department Training Academy in Hinds County. The bonds, backed by Mississippi's full faith and credit, would provide funds directly to Hinds County for the academy's construction or renovation costs. Proceeds from bond sales would be deposited into a special fund designated for this project. This bill does not create new policies but enables state financial support for a specific local infrastructure project.
