Rep. Timaka James-Jones

Maddy summaryHB 798 appropriates $750,000 from the state general fund to Yazoo County's Board of Supervisors for critical repairs to streets and roads in dire condition requiring immediate attention. The funds are designated for use during Mississippi's fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This bill directly provides financial assistance to Yazoo County to address urgent infrastructure needs without altering existing state laws or creating new regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 807 appropriates $5 million from the state general fund to Sharkey County's Board of Supervisors. This funding provides the local match required for the Sharkey County Emergency Management Agency to construct three specific facilities: a community safe room, emergency operations center, and distribution center. The funds are designated for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly enables the county to secure state matching funds for these emergency infrastructure projects.

Maddy summaryHB 795 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Sharkey County's Board of Supervisors. The funds directly support the Sharkey County Sheriff's Department by covering costs for replacing essential law enforcement vehicles, updating equipment, and relocating to a new facility that will handle 911 operations and law enforcement functions. This appropriation is specifically for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill does not create new policy but provides targeted financial assistance for operational upgrades and facility relocation.

Maddy summaryHB 802 appropriates $10.6 million from the state general fund to Humphreys County's Board of Supervisors for recovery projects following the March 2023 EF4 tornado. The funding directly assists Humphreys County residents by covering partial costs for specific recovery efforts, including debris removal, road repairs, housing restoration, and building a new fire station. Key provisions require the county to use these funds for projects listed in the bill, such as replacing damaged equipment and upgrading emergency 911 systems. The appropriation applies to fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027), with funds paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions.

Maddy summaryHB 801 appropriates $4 million from the State General Fund to Humphreys County's Board of Supervisors for constructing an emergency care unit during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directly funds infrastructure development for emergency medical services in Humphreys County, benefiting local residents requiring urgent care. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with the allocation taking effect July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding measure with no new policy provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 799 allocates $1.5 million from the state general fund to Humphreys County's Board of Supervisors to cover infrastructure and site development costs at the Humphreys County Industrial Park (located on Highway 49) for fiscal year 2027. The funding directly supports the county's development efforts at the industrial park, with payments issued by the State Treasurer upon requisitions from county officials. This is a straightforward fiscal appropriation with no additional policy provisions or voting record implications.

Maddy summaryHB 805 appropriates $200,000 from the state general fund to the Belzoni Humphreys Development Foundation for repairs and restoration work at the Catfish Museum and Depot Theater in Belzoni. These are city-owned facilities requiring renovation to reopen to the public. The funds cover fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and are paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes beyond supporting local facility restoration.

Maddy summaryHB 800 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Humphreys County's Board of Supervisors for developing a comprehensive business attraction plan for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Humphreys County in creating a strategic plan to grow local economic development and attract new businesses. The bill’s key provision is a one-time state funding allocation, with payment to be issued by the State Treasurer upon proper requisition. This is a straightforward budgetary measure with no new policy requirements or regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryHB 792 appropriates $550,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Yazoo County's Board of Supervisors. This funding directly assists the county in covering costs for infrastructure improvements at the Yazoo County Port during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill establishes a one-time payment mechanism through the State Treasurer, with funds to be disbursed upon proper requisitions. As a procedural appropriation bill, it provides specific financial support for a defined infrastructure project without altering broader policy.

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.