This bill appropriates $500,000 from the State General Fund to Marshall County for purchasing equipment needed by its fire services during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover equipment costs directly for Marshall County fire departments, with priority given to any remaining funds from a prior 2023 appropriation to the county. It does not create new requirements or policies but provides specific state funding for existing local fire service needs.
SB 3137 allocates $20 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the State Department of Health for an infant mortality reduction initiative during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly provides funding for programs aimed at reducing infant deaths, without specifying new policies or eligibility criteria. It is a procedural appropriation bill, solely authorizing the expenditure of funds for this established initiative.
SB 3151 appropriates $3,396,250 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Winona for the rehabilitation of its water treatment plant during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly provides funding to the City of Winona to cover costs associated with upgrading its water treatment infrastructure. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as specified in the bill's text. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or broader implications.
SB 3011 appropriates $350,000 from Mississippi's General Fund for Washington County to improve parking and make the Department of Health and Human Services building ADA-compliant by fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds specifically cover costs for parking area modifications and accessibility upgrades, such as ramps or accessible pathways, to meet federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. This bill directly affects Washington County residents and visitors who use the building, particularly people with mobility disabilities. The appropriation is procedural and does not create new laws or regulations.
HB 4002 appropriates $2 million from the State General Fund to Forrest County's Board of Supervisors to fund critical emergency-staging upgrades at The Center at Forrest County. The funds will directly support infrastructure improvements, a dedicated communication center, additional storage space, and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance to enhance the center's role as a centralized emergency staging site for fiscal year 2027. This legislation affects Forrest County residents and emergency response operations by improving the facility's readiness for disaster coordination. The bill specifies that funds must be used for these defined infrastructure enhancements during the 2026-2027 fiscal period.
This bill appropriates $3,396,250 from the State General Fund to the City of Winona for water treatment plant rehabilitation during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly affects Winona’s municipal infrastructure by funding repairs to its water treatment facility. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new policy or regulatory changes. As a procedural appropriation bill, it focuses solely on authorizing state funding for a specific local project.
SB 3250 appropriates $1,600,435 from the Mississippi General Fund to the Town of Webb for the design and construction of a new town hall during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects the Town of Webb, providing state funding to cover costs associated with building a new municipal facility. Key provisions include specifying the exact funding amount, directing the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions, and setting the effective date as July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding allocation for a local infrastructure project, with no new policy provisions or broad-reaching effects.
SB 3040 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, upgrades, and improvements to agricultural facilities and infrastructure at Alcorn State University. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which will be used exclusively for these specific facility projects. The State Bond Commission will handle bond issuance, sale, and disbursement of funds under the bill's provisions. This legislation directly affects Alcorn State University's agricultural operations and infrastructure.
SB 3320 appropriates $100,000 from the Mississippi General Fund to the Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027), as specified in Section 41-137-63 of Mississippi Code. This bill provides funding for the committee's existing operations but does not create new policies or directly affect residents. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, consistent with standard state budget procedures. This is a routine procedural appropriation with no substantive policy changes.
SB 3352 appropriates $500,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to Calhoun County for jail upgrades and improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds cover costs directly related to physical improvements at Calhoun County Jail, with payment authorized through standard state fiscal procedures. This bill affects Calhoun County government and its correctional facilities, providing specific funding for infrastructure without altering legal standards or policies. It is a procedural funding measure with no additional policy provisions.
SB 3018 provides $4.3 million in state funding from the General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to support the Sustainable Energy Partnership Program between Jackson State University (JSU) and Entergy Mississippi. The bill directly funds an existing agreement between JSU's College of Science, Engineering and Technology and Entergy Mississippi, L.L.C. It does not create new policy but allocates resources for the program's operations during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding will be disbursed through standard state fiscal processes as specified in the bill.
HB 4092 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund the City of Oxford's expansion of MTrade Park. The bill directs bond proceeds to cover the city's costs for the park expansion project, with the state guaranteeing repayment through its full faith and credit if needed. Key provisions include the State Bond Commission managing bond issuance, sale, and disbursement of funds to a special account, and requiring the bonds to be repaid from state treasury funds if city appropriations fall short. This legislation directly affects Oxford's infrastructure development by providing state-backed financing for the park expansion.
