HB 64 appropriates $150,810,510 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Greenville for infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds directly support two key areas: $4.5 million for downtown road upgrades on Washington Avenue, Poplar Street, and Walnut Street, and $146.3 million for sewer system compliance with a consent decree plus water system improvements (distribution, production, billing, and fire protection). The bill specifies exact spending allocations with no discretion for other uses. This is a funding authorization, not a policy change, and affects only Greenville's infrastructure projects as outlined in the appropriation.
HB 137 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the Town of Metcalfe's park repair and renovation project. The bill creates a special fund to hold bond proceeds, which must be used solely for the park costs, including renovation expenses. The state pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bonds, with any shortfall covered from the state treasury. This directly affects the Town of Metcalfe by providing dedicated funding for public infrastructure improvements. The bill is procedural, focusing on bond authorization rather than policy changes.
HB 61 allocates $100 million total (split equally as $50 million each) from Mississippi's state funds to Coahoma Community College and Mississippi Delta Community College for campus facility repairs and improvements. The funding covers specific projects including restoring historic buildings, upgrading electrical/plumbing/HVAC systems, improving student housing, creating modern academic spaces, enhancing safety systems, and supporting energy efficiency initiatives. As a condition, each college must develop a detailed plan with timelines for using the funds and submit annual progress reports to the legislature. The appropriation is effective immediately and expires on June 30, 2027.
This bill appropriates $150 million from three state funds ($13M from Health Care Expendable Fund, $2M from State BP Settlement Fund, and $135M from Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund) to provide grants to Mississippi hospitals through the Mississippi Hospital Recovery Trust Program. The funds are intended to cover eligible hospital expenses that qualify under federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) guidelines, with strict requirements to ensure hospitals haven’t received duplicate reimbursement from other sources. The Department of Finance and Administration must verify all grant uses comply with federal Treasury rules before disbursing funds and monitor compliance with audit standards. The program runs from the bill’s passage through June 30, 2027.
HB 83 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Department of Health for implementing an Obstetrics (OB) System of Care during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directs the state to standardize and regionalize maternal and infant healthcare, improve transfer systems between facilities, and clarify care level designations. This funding directly supports hospitals and healthcare providers delivering obstetric services across Mississippi. The legislation focuses on operational changes to enhance care coordination, with no new taxes or regulations beyond the allocated budget.
HB 261 allocates $250,000 in state funds to Attala County's Board of Supervisors to cover road and bridge repair costs specifically in Supervisors District 4. The funding is for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and will be paid directly from the State General Fund. This is a targeted infrastructure maintenance appropriation, not a new policy, and directly benefits residents and infrastructure in Attala County's District 4. The bill requires the State Fiscal Officer to issue payments upon proper county requisitions.
HB 269 creates a $15 million state fund to help businesses expand cellular and broadband access in rural Mississippi. It authorizes the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to provide grants covering up to 25% of project costs for businesses serving rural counties (population ≤30,000) or rural municipalities (population ≤10,000). The fund, administered by the MDA, uses state general obligation bonds to finance grants for infrastructure projects, with unspent funds carrying over annually. This directly affects businesses seeking to improve connectivity in underserved rural areas across the state.
HB 259 authorizes Mississippi to issue state-backed bonds to fund repairs and renovations of campus buildings and facilities at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU). The bill directs that bond proceeds must be used exclusively for these specific facility improvements, with the State Treasurer responsible for paying bond principal and interest using general state funds if needed. Key provisions include requiring the State Bond Commission to manage the bond sale process, ensuring funds are restricted to MVSU campus projects, and exempting the bonds from state taxation. This legislation directly affects MVSU by providing dedicated funding for physical infrastructure upgrades.
HB 272 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund the construction of a football stadium and related facilities for Holmes County Consolidated School District, including associated property purchases. The bill creates a special fund to hold bond proceeds, which would be disbursed solely for this stadium project. The bonds would be general obligations of the state, backed by Mississippi's full credit, with repayment secured through state funds if needed. This legislation directly affects Holmes County schools by providing state financial assistance for a specific infrastructure project. The bill does not establish new ongoing programs but enables one-time funding for the stadium construction.
HB 254 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund road and building improvements in Holmes County. The bill directs bond proceeds to be used exclusively for Holmes County's road/street projects and county building facilities, with the full faith and credit of the State backing the bonds. The State Bond Commission will handle bond issuance, sale, and disbursement of funds into a dedicated special account. This is a direct funding mechanism for Holmes County infrastructure, requiring no additional legislative action beyond bond authorization.
HB 262 appropriates $150,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Lexington to help cover costs for repairing and paving city streets during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated for street maintenance and paving projects within Lexington, directly supporting the city's infrastructure needs. The appropriation requires the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from Lexington officials. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes, solely providing financial assistance for local street work.
HB 249 creates a pilot program offering low-interest loans (1% annual rate) to help residents in Mississippi's 10 poorest counties repair or build homes. It directly affects qualifying homeowners aged 65+ or disabled, those employed for two years, with household incomes under $30,000, who cannot secure conventional loans. The program is funded by issuing $3 million in state bonds, repaid through new fees on deed and deed of trust recordings processed by chancery clerks. These fees are deposited into a dedicated bond sinking fund to cover the bonds' principal and interest, with unspent funds rolling over annually.
