Rep. Rickey Thompson

Maddy summaryHB 1822 allocates $6 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority for grants under the Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Program. This funding directly supports small municipalities and counties with limited populations (typically rural areas) that qualify under existing law (Section 57-1-18, Miss. Code 1972). The bill provides the specific financial mechanism to award these grants for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). It is a straightforward funding measure for an established program, not a new policy.

Maddy summaryHB 1820 allocates $5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) for the 2027 fiscal year. This funding directly supports small municipalities participating in the Small Municipality Street and Infrastructure Improvement Pilot Program (created by HB 1499). The bill provides the financial mechanism for the MDA to make awards covering street repairs, infrastructure upgrades, and related public improvements in qualifying small communities. It is a straightforward funding measure with no new policy requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4036 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to provide financial assistance to Alliance Training, Inc. for repairing, renovating, and upgrading its worksite training facility. The bill directly affects Alliance Training, Inc., which would use the bond proceeds to cover costs for facility improvements. Key mechanisms include the State Bond Commission issuing the bonds as general state obligations, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for the company's project. The bonds would be backed by the full faith and credit of Mississippi, with repayment funded through state treasury if needed.

Maddy summaryHB 1821 appropriates $56.5 million from the State General Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration for the Mississippi Legislative District Project Allocation Program. This program, established by House Bill 1432 (2026), allocates state funds to projects within each legislative district. The funding covers the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The bill provides the specific financial mechanism to implement this district-based project allocation system.

Maddy summaryHB 1994 appropriates $437,500 from the state general fund to Monroe County's Board of Supervisors for the Tenn-Tom Bike Trail Project. The funds cover costs like planning, engineering, surveying, and construction for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly supports Monroe County’s development of the bike trail infrastructure, which connects to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway system. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $15 million from the state general fund to the Okolona Municipal Separate School District for the construction and site improvements of a new elementary school. The funds are designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The state treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, directly supporting the district's infrastructure project.

Maddy summaryHB 364 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund construction of a new elementary school, playground, and related facilities for the Okolona Municipal Separate School District. The bonds would be backed by Mississippi's full credit, with proceeds used exclusively for this school project. The bill provides the legal framework for issuing and selling the bonds but does not create new policy or alter existing school operations.

Maddy summaryHB 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.

Maddy summaryHB 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.

Maddy summaryHB 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.