Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1955: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Town of Big Creek with purchasing turnout clothing and defibrillator for Big Creek VFD.

HB 1955 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds for the Town of Big Creek to purchase fire turnout clothing and a defibrillator for its volunteer fire department. The bill directly affects the Big Creek Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) by enabling the town to cover these specific equipment costs. The key mechanism is the state's issuance of general obligation bonds, backed by Mississippi's full faith and credit, with proceeds directed to a special fund for this purpose. This is a funding authorization, not a policy change, and does not create new requirements or regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3284: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Mound Bayou for demolition and reconstruction of the community center.

SB 3284 allocates $14.8 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Mound Bayou for demolishing its existing community center and constructing a new one during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding covers all costs associated with this project, including demolition and construction. This bill directly provides financial support for Mound Bayou's local infrastructure initiative.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3145: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Hattiesburg for the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots.

SB 3145 appropriates $10,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Hattiesburg for the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs associated with installing these hotspots, not ongoing maintenance. This procedural bill directly affects the City of Hattiesburg by providing targeted funding for physical infrastructure deployment. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is limited to the stated purpose without broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1820: Appropriation; MDA for making awards under the Small Municipality Street and Infrastructure Improvement Pilot Program.

HB 1820 allocates $5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) for the 2027 fiscal year. This funding directly supports small municipalities participating in the Small Municipality Street and Infrastructure Improvement Pilot Program (created by HB 1499). The bill provides the financial mechanism for the MDA to make awards covering street repairs, infrastructure upgrades, and related public improvements in qualifying small communities. It is a straightforward funding measure with no new policy requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3267: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Ruleville for repaving, repairing, and improving L F Packer Drive.

SB 3267 appropriates $197,760.64 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Ruleville for repaving, repairing, and improving L F Packer Drive between Byron Street and Stansel Drive during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds cover direct costs for this specific road project in Ruleville. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader implications. The bill is procedural and does not affect other entities or require legislative action beyond the appropriation.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3024: Bonds; authorize issuance of general obligation bonds for improvements to Rolling Fork Civic and Event Center.

SB 3024 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund improvements at the Rolling Fork Civic and Event Center, directly assisting the City of Rolling Fork. The bill creates a mechanism for the State Bond Commission to issue and sell bonds, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for the city's use. The bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi, meaning the state treasury would cover payments if needed. This is a funding measure, not a policy change affecting broader public programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1886: Appropriation; City of Itta Bena for making repairs and improvements to city roads.

HB 1886 appropriates $25,000 from the state general fund to the City of Itta Bena to cover costs for repairing, upgrading, and asphalt resurfacing city roads during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to assist the city government directly with road maintenance expenses. This is a one-time allocation for specific infrastructure improvements, not a broad policy change. The bill does not affect residents or other entities beyond providing targeted financial support to Itta Bena's road projects.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3147: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Sandersville for the purchase and installation of a new water well and controls.

SB 3147 appropriates $900,000 from the state General Fund to the Town of Sandersville for purchasing and installing a new water well and controls. The funds are designated for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) to cover infrastructure costs. This is a direct funding allocation for a specific municipal water project, with no additional policy provisions. The bill solely authorizes state funding for this infrastructure upgrade.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3263: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Boyle for certain water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

This bill appropriates $1,050,866 from the State General Fund to the Town of Boyle, Mississippi, for fiscal year 2027. It directly funds two specific infrastructure projects: a critical water system upgrade and the extension of sewer lines along Oakridge Road and Memorial Drive. The funds are intended to cover costs associated with these projects, which serve Boyle residents and local infrastructure needs. The bill is a straightforward funding authorization with no new policy provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 3238: General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Indianola for law enforcement safety equipment.

SB 3238 appropriates $330,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Indianola for law enforcement safety equipment during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds cover the purchase and installation of cameras, standard police safety gear, and specialized equipment for the city's special response team. This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements, solely providing financial support for existing safety equipment needs. The bill affects the City of Indianola's police department and its operational safety resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1848: Appropriation; Delta Health System for costs of an advanced robotic-assisted surgery platform.

HB 1848 provides $3.345 million in state funding to the Delta Health System in Washington County to cover costs for an advanced robotic-assisted surgery platform. The funds will pay for the surgical system itself ($2.5 million), one year of service support ($195,000), facility upgrades ($275,000), surgical instruments ($175,000), staff training ($120,000), and IT integration ($80,000). This funding directly supports Delta Health System's ability to acquire, install, and operate the platform for multi-specialty surgical care. The appropriation applies to fiscal year 2027, beginning July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 4056: Appropriation; City of Indianola for street improvements projects.

HB 4056 allocates $1.15 million from the state general fund to the City of Indianola for street improvement projects on various streets during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding directly assists Indianola's city officials in covering costs for infrastructure upgrades. The bill is a straightforward appropriations measure with no new policy provisions, simply providing state financial support for existing local street projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

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