Mississippi Bills

This bill appropriates $20 million from the state general fund to the City of Jackson for compliance repairs to the West Bank Interceptor sewer system. The funds are specifically designated to cover costs associated with making necessary repairs to meet regulatory standards for this critical infrastructure. The funding applies to the city's fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This is a direct financial allocation to support the city's sewer system maintenance, with no new policy provisions or broader regulatory changes.

HB 1846 appropriates $40 million from the State General Fund and $25 million from the Capital Expense Fund to construct a 40,000-capacity athletic stadium at Jackson State University for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds cover stadium construction costs, including infrastructure and real property upgrades around the venue. This bill directly affects Jackson State University by providing state funding for its new athletic facility. The legislation is purely procedural, allocating existing budget resources without creating new policy.

SB 3344 appropriates $750,000 from the State General Fund for the Town of Oakland, Mississippi, to fund specific infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027. The bill allocates $550,000 specifically for purchasing a new fire truck and $200,000 for repairing and repaving the town’s streets. This funding directly supports Oakland’s public safety equipment and road maintenance needs. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, with funds disbursed through standard state fiscal processes. The bill is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions.

HB 1965 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the Town of Derma to purchase a new truck bed and related equipment for its fire department truck. The bonds would be sold by the State Bond Commission, with proceeds disbursed directly to Derma for this specific equipment purchase. This bill creates a funding mechanism where state taxpayers would ultimately cover the cost through bond repayment, not local taxes. The bill does not alter fire department operations or create new local tax obligations.

SB 3155 appropriates $2,000,000 from the State General Fund to Marion County for paving and street improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly provides funding for Marion County to cover costs associated with street repairs and paving projects. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or eligibility requirements beyond the specified amount and timeframe.

SB 2940 appropriates $36 million from Mississippi's General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to the Department of Mental Health (DMH). The funds will directly support 2,850 additional ID/DD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) Home- and Community-Based Waiver program slots (increasing total slots to 4,600) and hire additional staff to manage these services. This funding, $35 million for slots and $1 million for staff, applies to residents in Mississippi who qualify for community-based waiver services instead of institutional care. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is a direct funding allocation without new policy requirements.

This bill allows honorably discharged U.S. military veterans to receive vehicle license tags at no cost. Specifically, veterans presenting a valid DD Form 214 can get one regular or military license tag without any fee, or a special/personalized tag only for the standard additional fee. It applies to all veterans meeting the discharge criteria, with households containing multiple veterans eligible for separate tags (each requiring their own DD Form 214). The bill amends Mississippi's vehicle registration codes to implement this exemption, directly affecting veterans seeking cost-free or low-cost license tags.

HB 1852 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the existing Technology Innovation Fund for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill provides additional funding to the fund established under Mississippi Code § 25-53-263, with no new eligibility criteria or program changes. The funds will be distributed per standard state fiscal procedures, as specified in the bill. It directly affects the Technology Innovation Fund’s budget but does not alter the fund’s purpose or recipient eligibility.

HB 4041 appropriates $3.5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Amory for constructing a community center. The funds must be used alongside matching grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LCWF) to cover construction costs for a multipurpose facility serving recreation, civic events, and emergency needs. The project is for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly affects Amory residents by enabling the development of a shared community space.

HB 1827 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the City of Itta Bena to purchase specific heavy equipment, including one backhoe and one bucket truck. The bonds would be backed by Mississippi’s full credit, meaning the state would be responsible for repayment if needed. This bill directly assists Itta Bena with acquiring essential municipal equipment through state financial support.

SB 3139 appropriates $400,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Edwards for fiscal year 2027. The funds will directly support the purchase of police department equipment and the paving/resurfacing of the community center's parking lot. This is a one-time budget allocation for specific local infrastructure needs, not a new policy or law. The money becomes available July 1, 2026, and must be spent within the 2027 fiscal year.

HB 1856 appropriates $1 million from the state general fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors for cleaning blighted properties specifically in House District 68 during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs associated with removing debris and improving vacant or neglected properties in that legislative district. This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements, solely supporting existing county cleanup efforts.