SB 3135 appropriates $7,053,578.20 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Greenville for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Greenville by covering costs for repaving/resurfacing city streets ($5,567,900) and rehabilitating sewer infrastructure ($1,485,678). This is a direct funding allocation with no new policy requirements, solely providing state money for specific, pre-identified local projects. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is paid through standard state fiscal procedures.
HB 1830 authorizes Mississippi to issue state-backed bonds to help the City of Itta Bena cover costs for hiring two full-time police officers, one full-time dispatcher, and one full-time deputy clerk. The bill creates a special fund to disburse the bond proceeds directly to the city for these specific staffing positions. The State Bond Commission would manage the bond issuance, sale, and repayment using the state's full credit, with the city required to use the funds only for these designated personnel costs. This is a direct financial assistance measure targeting the city's local public safety and administrative staffing needs.
SB 2970 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Jefferson Davis County for road repair costs during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Jefferson Davis County by providing state funds to cover road maintenance expenses. It specifies that the funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon standard requisitions, with no additional policy changes or eligibility requirements beyond the county’s need for road repairs. This is a routine budget allocation with no legislative action beyond funding.
SB 3178 appropriates $2 million from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of West Point for renovations to its city hall during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects the City of West Point by providing funding to cover costs associated with updating its municipal building. The key mechanism is a straightforward state funding allocation, to be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition. This is a procedural funding bill with no policy changes beyond the specified financial support.
HB 4025 appropriates $976,620 from the State General Fund to Prentiss County's Board of Supervisors. The funds are specifically for a joint project between Prentiss County and the City of Booneville to repair and upgrade a county access road leading to U.S. Highway 45, including asphalt surfacing and striping. This funding covers costs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and directly assists the county and city in completing this infrastructure project. The bill is a straightforward funding authorization with no new policy provisions.
SB 3027 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds specifically to fund repairs and renovations at the Oakes African American Cultural Center in Yazoo City. The bill directly affects the cultural center by providing dedicated state funding for its physical upkeep, without requiring new taxes or fees. Key mechanisms include bonding the state's full credit to cover costs and directing bond proceeds to a special fund for the center's renovation, with repayment secured by the state's general revenue. This is a funding authorization bill focused on infrastructure support for a specific cultural institution.
HB 1877 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund the purchase of land near Camp Shelby in Forrest and Perry Counties. The Mississippi Military Department would use these funds to buy land adjacent to Camp Shelby for military training areas and buffer zones. The state would repay the bonds from general funds, backed by the full credit of Mississippi. This mechanism avoids immediate budget allocation while securing land for military operations.
SB 3154 appropriates $1,100,988 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Kosciusko for infrastructure projects and purchases during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically allocated: $778,200 for street paving, stormwater management, sewer upgrades, and park improvements; and $322,788 for purchasing and equipping law enforcement vehicles. This bill directly affects Kosciusko's municipal budget by funding concrete physical improvements and equipment. It is a procedural appropriation with no policy changes, solely providing state funds for designated local projects.
HB 1985 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the Town of Vardaman pay for paving roads within its limits. The State Bond Commission would sell these state-backed bonds, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for the town's road projects. The state pledges its full credit to repay the bonds, and if state funds are insufficient, the State Treasurer would cover shortfalls from the general treasury. This is a funding mechanism, not a direct road construction project, and it specifically targets Vardaman's infrastructure needs.
This bill authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund accessibility improvements at Alcorn State University, specifically for repairs and renovations to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The funds would cover costs for making university buildings and facilities accessible, directly benefiting Alcorn State University and its students, faculty, and staff. The State Bond Commission would issue the bonds, backed by the state's full faith and credit, with proceeds directed to a special fund for the university's ADA compliance projects. The bill focuses solely on authorizing the bond financing mechanism, not on specific renovation details or project timelines.
SB 3156 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Walthall County for the construction or renovation of an additional courtroom. The funding covers costs associated with this project during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes or new requirements beyond the specified allocation. It directly affects Walthall County government, enabling infrastructure improvements at its courthouse.
SB 3175 appropriates $2,000,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of Florence for purchasing and installing a new water well. The funds are designated specifically for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to cover costs associated with this infrastructure project. The bill directly affects the City of Florence by providing state funding for a municipal water well construction. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions beyond the specified appropriation.
