SB 3357 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Jackson State University (JSU) for infrastructure costs within Mississippi's Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects JSU by funding specific infrastructure improvements in the CCID, a designated area near the state capitol in Jackson. It provides no new policy changes but allocates existing state funds for this defined purpose, with disbursement handled through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. The funding becomes effective July 1, 2026.
SB 3136 appropriates $2 million from the state General Fund to Hinds County for road and infrastructure improvements in Senate District 26 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support local road projects and infrastructure upgrades within that specific district. This bill provides a dedicated funding source for these improvements, administered through the State Treasurer and Fiscal Officer per standard procedures. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions.
SB 3038 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the K.L. Simmons Technology Building at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to be paid into a dedicated fund for these specific improvements, with the state pledging its full credit for repayment. This directly affects Alcorn State University by providing funding for physical infrastructure upgrades at its campus. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on the bond authorization mechanism without specifying project details or timelines.
SB 3150 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to the Department of Health. The funds will cover public health programs providing at least 12 months of postpartum care - including mental health and substance use treatment - to new mothers. The bill requires public health facilities to ensure timely follow-up appointments (including virtual options) for postpartum care. This funding directly supports Mississippi residents, particularly low-income mothers, by expanding access to extended postpartum services.
HB 1969 appropriates $250,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Bruce, Mississippi, to cover costs for general water system line repairs during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are specifically for repairing aging water infrastructure within the town's system. The appropriation requires the State Treasurer to pay the funds upon proper requisition from Bruce's governing authorities. This is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or eligibility criteria beyond the specified repair work.
HB 1959 appropriates $300,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Derma, Mississippi, to cover costs for water tank renovations during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to directly assist the town’s water infrastructure upgrades, with no additional requirements or policy changes specified. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, following standard state fiscal procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no broader legislative impact beyond the specified project.
HB 1981 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for Calhoun County's County Road 306 mill, overlay, and striping project. The bill directs proceeds from these state-backed bonds - secured by Mississippi's full faith and credit - to a special fund, which will then be disbursed to Calhoun County to cover costs associated with the road project. If county funds are insufficient, the state treasury would cover any shortfall on bond payments. This is a straightforward funding mechanism to support a specific local infrastructure improvement, directly affecting Calhoun County's road maintenance efforts.
SB 2961 appropriates $500,000 from the state General Fund to the City of Yazoo for renovating a building and improving its parking lot to serve as a Boys and Girls Club facility during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will cover renovation costs for the club’s physical space and parking infrastructure. This bill directly affects the City of Yazoo and its local youth programming by providing state funding for facility upgrades. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.
SB 2978 appropriates $808,000 from the State General Fund to Lee County for the construction of a fire station in Mooreville and Eggville communities. The funds are allocated specifically for FY2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to cover construction costs. This bill directly affects Lee County residents in those two communities by providing state funding for a new fire station. It is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or requirements.
SB 3184 appropriates $4 million from the State General Fund to Lamar County for renovations and improvements to its tax office complex during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Lamar County's efforts to upgrade its tax office infrastructure, benefiting county staff and taxpayers who use the facility. The bill specifies that the State Treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from county officials. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or new requirements beyond the specified renovation project.
HB 4051 appropriates $300,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Inverness' governing authorities for public facility improvements and maintenance equipment during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to assist with costs associated with upgrading or maintaining public facilities, such as parks, community centers, or infrastructure equipment. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broad-reaching impacts beyond the specified town and fiscal period.
SB 3121, the "Retailer Tax Fairness Act," provides a tax credit to Mississippi retailers who accept debit or credit cards. It entitles merchants to a credit equal to 2.5% of state and local taxes collected from customers using electronic payment transactions (like credit/debit cards), because they pay interchange fees to payment networks. This directly affects retailers processing card payments, reducing their tax burden by offsetting fees they pay to process transactions. The credit applies to taxes under specific Mississippi tax codes and local hotel/motel/restaurant taxes, effective July 1, 2026.
