Mississippi Bills

SB 3244 appropriates $300,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Shelby for replacing outdated water meters during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the city’s operational costs for this specific infrastructure upgrade, with no additional policy changes or eligibility criteria specified. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as outlined in the appropriations section. This is a straightforward funding allocation, not a new policy or regulatory measure.

HB 4070 appropriates $62,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Terry, Mississippi, to cover costs for purchasing body cameras, in-car cameras, and GPS equipment for its police department during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This bill directly affects the Town of Terry’s police department by providing state financial support for specific technology upgrades. It is a straightforward funding measure with no new policy requirements or voting implications.

SB 3021 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the Town of Rolling Fork pay for acquiring and placing a memorial sculpture honoring blues musician Muddy Waters. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds directly to the town for this specific memorial project. It does not change existing laws or affect broader policy, as it solely provides financial assistance for a local commemorative sculpture. The state pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bonds, with repayment funded from state treasury reserves if needed.

SB 3308 appropriates $1,250,000 from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the City of Pascagoula for 11th Street infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the city’s street project costs, including repairs or upgrades to the 11th Street infrastructure. It specifies the funding source (unappropriated Capital Expense Fund money), payment method (state treasurer via warrants), and effective date (July 1, 2026). This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements.

SB 3246 appropriates $199,928.08 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Shelby for municipal building improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill requires Shelby to use these funds as matching funds to secure additional federal funding for the project. This is a straightforward financial appropriation with no policy changes, directly benefiting Shelby's local government by supporting infrastructure upgrades through state and federal collaboration.

HB 1864 allocates $100,000 from the state general fund to Jefferson County to cover costs for purchasing motor vehicles for the sheriff's department and making repairs to the county jail. The funding is designated for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027), directly supporting Jefferson County government operations. This is a straightforward funding bill with no new policy provisions - only a one-time appropriation for specified equipment and facility maintenance. The bill requires the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026.

HB 4108 appropriates $35,000 from the State General Fund to Leake County's Board of Supervisors for constables' equipment. The funds cover purchasing Axon Body Camera starter bundles, Taser 10 Certification Pro devices, MSWIN mobile radios, and required training/certification for these tools. This direct funding supports Leake County constables' operational capabilities by providing specific technology and training for their duties. The appropriation applies to the 2027 fiscal year (July 2026-June 2027).

SB 3364 appropriates $150,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Farmington, Mississippi, specifically for purchasing police department equipment and vehicles during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Farmington's police department by providing funding for operational resources. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader provisions, as it solely authorizes the state to pay the specified amount upon proper requisition. This is a procedural appropriation bill with no additional mechanisms or requirements beyond the stated funding amount and purpose.

HB 4106 appropriates $1,100,988 from the state general fund to the City of Kosciusko for two specific projects: $778,200 to complete a sewage system upgrade and $322,788 to purchase and equip six new police department vehicles. The funds are allocated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This direct state funding supports Kosciusko's local infrastructure and public safety operations without requiring additional city funding. The bill specifies exact amounts for each project and outlines the payment process through the State Treasurer.

SB 3369 allocates $100,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Noxubee County for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs related to the District 4 building, including purchasing and repairing the workshop used by county supervisors. This is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes, directly affecting Noxubee County's operations for its District 4 office facilities.

SB 3367 allocates $1,000,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Corinth for the design, construction, and equipment of a residency program training facility at Magnolia Hospital. The funds are specifically designated for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) to support medical residency training programs. This appropriation directly affects the City of Corinth and Magnolia Hospital by providing state funding for facility development. The bill is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or voting requirements.

HB 4105 appropriates $514,865 from the State General Fund to the Town of Lena for the purchase of a fire truck and equipment for the Lena Volunteer Fire Department. The funds are intended to cover costs associated with this equipment for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. This bill directly affects the Lena Volunteer Fire Department by providing state funding to replace or acquire essential firefighting resources. The appropriation is limited to the specified amount and timeframe, with payment handled through standard state fiscal procedures.