SB 3306 allocates $10 million from the state treasury to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to assist the cities of Gautier and Ocean Springs with relocating utility lines along U.S. Highway 90. This funding directly enables the start of a highway widening project on U.S. Highway 90 in fiscal year 2027 by addressing a key pre-construction requirement. The bill specifies that MDOT must use these funds solely for utility relocation work to unblock the project timeline. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the allocated appropriation.
HB 4001 provides $1.2 million in state funding to the City of Petal to cover costs for expanding its wastewater infrastructure. This appropriation directly assists Petal in constructing improvements needed to transport wastewater to Hattiesburg's sewer lagoon during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds come from the state general fund and are specifically designated for infrastructure upgrades required to connect to Hattiesburg's system. As a procedural funding bill, it does not establish new policy but provides financial support for a defined infrastructure project.
SB 3349 allocates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Vardaman for street repair and resurfacing during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Vardaman's infrastructure maintenance by covering costs for repairing and resurfacing local streets. The State Treasurer will disburse the money upon official requisitions from the town, following standard state fiscal procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no broader policy changes or eligibility requirements beyond the specified town and purpose.
HB 4034 appropriates $2 million from the state general fund to the City of Greenwood for two specific purposes in fiscal year 2027. One million dollars funds new essential vehicles for the Police, Fire, Public Works, and Wastewater departments (including patrol cars, fire engines, and maintenance trucks). The other million dollars pays down existing debt from previous vehicle purchases and maintenance. This bill directly supports Greenwood's municipal operations by modernizing fleet equipment and reducing long-term financial obligations.
HB 4093 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds for Lafayette County to repair, renovate, and upgrade its county jail. The bill directly affects Lafayette County by enabling it to cover costs for physical improvements to its jail facility. Key provisions include the state guaranteeing repayment of the bonds (using full faith and credit) and requiring bond proceeds to be transferred to a dedicated county fund. The funds are specifically for jail infrastructure upgrades, not general county operations.
SB 3260 appropriates $170,915.36 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Town of Renova for the Tolliver Cove Improvement Project. The funds will cover costs associated with street improvements from Happy Street to the end of Third Street during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions, directly supporting Renova's local infrastructure project. The payment will be made by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition, as required by state finance procedures.
HB 4084 appropriates $1,525,000 from the state general fund to assist the City of Jackson with costs for specific economic development projects in Northwest Jackson during fiscal year 2027. The funds will cover Grove Park improvements ($500,000), surveillance cameras in public areas ($25,000), and bridge/sidewalk repairs ($1,000,000). This state funding directly supports infrastructure upgrades and public safety initiatives in Northwest Jackson, benefiting local residents and businesses. The bill specifies exact project allocations and funding timelines, with payments to begin July 1, 2026.
SB 3140 appropriates $840,000 from the State General Fund to Hinds County for sewer and drainage improvements specifically in the Presidential Hills area. The funds are designated to cover costs associated with these infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). This bill directly affects residents and properties in the Presidential Hills neighborhood by providing state funding for essential public works upgrades. The appropriation is a straightforward financial allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements.
HB 4063 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funding for the City of Cleveland's North Bayou Avenue improvement project. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds directly to Cleveland for road infrastructure costs, with the state pledging its full credit to repay the bonds. This is a funding mechanism specifically for Cleveland's local project, not a broad policy change affecting residents statewide. The bonds would be sold under standard state procedures, with repayment backed by the state treasury if needed.
HB 4047 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to fund improvements and upgrades to Byron, LF Packer, and Elm Streets in the City of Ruleville. The bill directly affects Ruleville by providing state financial assistance for these specific street projects. The key mechanism is the state borrowing funds through bond issuance, with repayment backed by the full faith and credit of Mississippi. Proceeds from the bonds would be transferred to a special fund for disbursement to Ruleville for the designated street work.
This bill appropriates $45,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Mound Bayou for repairing and improving its water-well pump during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly affects the City of Mound Bayou by providing funds to address infrastructure maintenance at their water well, with no new policies or broad impacts beyond this specific project.
SB 3193 appropriates $250,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Morton for paving projects within the city during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover direct costs associated with the city's road paving initiatives. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or new requirements beyond the specified monetary transfer. The bill requires payment through standard state fiscal procedures upon proper requisition.
