HB 391 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to cover costs for widening the lanes of the bridge over Mississippi Highway 78 in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The funds are designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly affects MDOT, which will manage the project, and the residents and businesses in Olive Branch that use the bridge. The key provision is the allocation of state funds specifically for this infrastructure upgrade, with no additional policy changes or requirements beyond the funding mechanism.
HB 388 appropriates $200,000 from the state general fund to the Town of Bolton, Mississippi, to cover costs for renovating its police department facilities during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Bolton’s police department by providing state funding for facility improvements. It specifies that the funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions and takes effect July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions.
HB 465 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the Old Union Water Association in Lee County to cover costs related to upgrading its water system infrastructure, including construction, repairs, replacements, and improvements. The bonds would be sold by the State Bond Commission, backed by Mississippi’s full faith and credit, with proceeds transferred to a special fund for the water association’s projects. The bill establishes the process for bond issuance, repayment, and disbursement but does not specify a bond amount or exact project details.
HB 504 appropriates $1,000,000 from the state general fund to the Sunnyhill Water Association for constructing a new water well and upgrading its water system during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding directly supports the association’s infrastructure improvements to ensure reliable water service for its customers. The bill specifies that funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy mechanisms or broader implications.
HB 472 appropriates $1,486,100 from the State General Fund to the City of Okolona for street overlay projects on specific city streets (Park Lane, Adams Avenue, Murphy Street, Chenault Street, Hawkins Street, Forest Drive, Lee Circle, Dawson Street, Okolona Terrace, Gatlin Street, and Hillcrest Street) during fiscal year 2027. The funds cover construction, engineering, and related costs for resurfacing these roads. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or broad-reaching effects.
HB 443 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funds to Hinds County for assisting subdivisions in House District 66 with purchasing and installing security cameras. The program operates on an application basis, where Hinds County distributes funds to eligible subdivisions to cover costs associated with security camera systems. This bill creates a specific funding mechanism through state bond proceeds, managed by the State Bond Commission, to support local safety initiatives in a defined legislative district. It does not create new laws or regulations but provides financial assistance for security infrastructure in targeted subdivisions.
HB 507 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds specifically for the Town of Summit to purchase and install a new weather siren. The bill creates a direct funding mechanism where bond proceeds, backed by the state's full faith and credit, would be transferred to Summit for this single infrastructure project. The State Bond Commission would handle bond issuance and sales, with repayment secured by state funds if needed. This bill directly affects only the Town of Summit, providing targeted financial assistance for a local weather warning system.
HB 445 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide funding for Hinds County to build a new fire station for the Byram Volunteer Fire Department. The station will be constructed at Midway Road and Owens Road in House District 66. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds exclusively for this fire station building project. It does not change fire department operations or create new policies - it only establishes a financing mechanism for a specific infrastructure project.
HB 444 appropriates $100,000 from the state general fund to Hinds County's Board of Supervisors for subdivisions in House District 66 to cover security camera costs. The funds are available on an application basis for purchasing and installing cameras during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). Only subdivisions located in House District 66 qualify for this assistance, which directly supports their local security infrastructure. The bill specifies that funds will be disbursed through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no additional requirements or conditions outlined.
HB 468 appropriates $300,000 from the state general fund to the City of Verona, Mississippi, for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are specifically for purchasing police department equipment (like gear or vehicles) and making street improvements (such as road repairs or resurfacing) within the city. This bill provides direct state financial assistance to Verona's local government for these two infrastructure needs without creating new policies or regulations. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026.
HB 473 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund street overlay projects in Okolona. The bill specifically covers resurfacing costs for 10 streets in Okolona (including Park Lane, Adams Avenue, and Murphy Street), covering construction, engineering, and related expenses. Funds will come from the sale of state general obligation bonds, backed by Mississippi's full credit, with proceeds directed to a special fund for these projects. The legislation directly affects Okolona residents and city infrastructure by providing state-level financial assistance for local road repairs.
HB 506 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the Scenic Rivers Development Alliance for specific infrastructure projects in Franklin, Walthall, Pike, Amite, and Wilkinson counties during fiscal year 2027. The funds will cover construction and improvements at Okhissa Lake Lodge in Franklin County, plus facility upgrades, road repairs, river access, erosion control, and trail enhancements across the five counties. This is a one-time funding allocation for defined physical projects, not a broad policy change. The bill directs the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026.
