Rep. Rickey Thompson

Maddy summaryHB 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.

Maddy summaryHB 495 allocates $1,876,700 from the state general fund to the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks for road base repairs and paving at Trace State Park in Pontotoc County. This funding covers work for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027), directly affecting park infrastructure and visitors. The bill specifies that funds will be disbursed via state warrants to the Commission for these specific road maintenance projects.

Maddy summaryHB 475 appropriates $50,000 from the State General Fund to Lee and Monroe County Boards of Supervisors for the Natural Resource Camp pilot program during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding supports a pilot program created under a previous bill, though the bill text does not detail the program's specific activities. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 471 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs for the Mississippi Minority Farmers Alliance's building and parking lot in Monroe County. The bonds, backed by the state's full faith and credit, would raise money specifically for these repairs, with proceeds paid directly to the Alliance. This bill creates a dedicated funding mechanism for a single organization's infrastructure needs without altering broader state policies.

Maddy summaryHB 470 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for the City of Verona to cover costs related to site development for the Old Town Crossing Project. The project is located at the southeast corner of Mississippi Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 45 in Verona. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds specifically for this site work, with the state's full credit pledged for repayment. The City of Verona directly benefits as the recipient of these funds for infrastructure development.

Maddy summaryHB 460 appropriates $1,000,000 from the state general fund to the City of Verona for site development work related to the Old Town Crossing Project. The funds will cover costs at the southeast corner of Mississippi Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 45 in Verona for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This is a straightforward funding bill for a specific local infrastructure project, with no policy changes or broader impacts described. The city will use the money to prepare the site for the project.

Maddy summaryHB 463 appropriates $1,260,500 from the state general fund to Monroe County’s Board of Supervisors for specific road projects in District 5 during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds will cover paving and rebuilding White Rock Road ($780,000), resurfacing Prospect Road ($310,000), and resurfacing Central Grove Road ($170,500). This bill directly assists Monroe County in financing these local infrastructure improvements. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 466 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund specific infrastructure projects for the Town of Plantersville. The bill covers park improvements (extending walking tracks, upgrading baseball fields, and resurfacing roads), community center upgrades (paving parking lots, playground equipment, and storm shelters), and equipment purchases for the fire department (new truck, building repairs, and gear) and police department (new building, vehicles, and communications equipment). These funds will directly assist Plantersville in completing these local projects by covering associated costs through state bond financing. The bill does not create new taxes but relies on state bond proceeds to pay for the specified improvements.

Maddy summaryHB 462 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi’s State General Fund to Lee County School District for rebuilding Verona Elementary School. The funds specifically cover repairs to fix water damage that affected the school building. This appropriation applies to the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 2026-June 2027) and must be used for the stated reconstruction project. The bill directly affects Lee County School District and Verona Elementary School by providing dedicated funding for physical repairs.

Maddy summaryHB 917 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds specifically to fund repairs and renovations at Alcorn State University needed to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance standards for its buildings and facilities. The bill directs the State Bond Commission to handle bond issuance, with proceeds deposited into a dedicated fund for these upgrades. It directly affects Alcorn State University by providing funding for physical accessibility improvements, which would benefit students, faculty, and visitors using campus facilities. The legislation establishes the bond terms but does not specify exact renovation projects or timelines.