Rep. Robert Johnson

Maddy summarySB 3171 appropriates $7.6 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Hattiesburg for infrastructure improvements in the WSF Tatum Boulevard, Bonhomie Road, and Parkway Boulevard area. The funds cover specific projects including road repairs, bridge work, sewer and drainage systems, sidewalks, stormwater management, land acquisition, utility relocations, and lighting. This fiscal year 2027 appropriation (July 2026-June 2027) directly supports residents and businesses in that Hattiesburg neighborhood by addressing physical infrastructure needs. The bill is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions.

Maddy summarySB 3184 appropriates $4 million from the State General Fund to Lamar County for renovations and improvements to its tax office complex during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds directly support Lamar County's efforts to upgrade its tax office infrastructure, benefiting county staff and taxpayers who use the facility. The bill specifies that the State Treasurer will disburse the funds upon proper requisitions from county officials. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or new requirements beyond the specified renovation project.

Maddy summarySB 3115 would allow counties within metropolitan areas covered by a metropolitan planning organization (MPO) to impose an additional 1% sales tax on most retail transactions, but only if approved by at least 60% of voters in a public election. The tax revenue must fund road and bridge repairs, water and sewer projects, and public safety services like law enforcement and fire departments. The tax would expire every four years unless renewed by voters in a new election. Exempt from the tax are restaurant food sales and hotel room rentals for lodging.

Maddy summarySB 2841 creates tax credits for Mississippi businesses that make cash donations to certified charities focused on youth development. It allows businesses to reduce income, insurance premium, and property taxes by up to 50% of their tax liability for qualifying contributions to 501(c)(3) organizations running programs that advance Mississippi youth in education, physical development, social/emotional growth, and workforce readiness. The total credits available statewide are capped at $250,000 annually, with unused credits carryable forward for up to five years. Charities must certify their programs meet specific criteria, and businesses cannot claim both the tax credit and a state income tax deduction for the same donation.

Maddy summaryHB 113 establishes three refundable income tax credits in Mississippi. Parents paying child care expenses for a dependent child under six at a certified center (for at least eight months) may claim a $750 credit per child, with refunds if income is below 250% of the federal poverty level. Certified child care centers can claim credits up to $15,000 (standard) or $20,000 (comprehensive) based on average monthly enrollment, while teachers/directors qualify for $750 or $1,000 annual credits depending on center type. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026, and applies to tax years beginning after that date.

Maddy summaryHB 103 appropriates $50 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Department of Health to fund the existing Mississippi Hospital Emergency Grant Program. This program, established under a separate bill in the 2026 legislative session, provides financial support to hospitals facing emergencies. The funding is allocated for the period beginning when the bill passes and ending June 30, 2027. The bill does not create new policy but ensures continued financial support for participating hospitals through this specific grant program.

Maddy summaryHB 117 appropriates $40 million from the State General Fund to Jackson State University for the construction of a new athletic stadium to host its sporting events during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports Jackson State University’s stadium project, covering associated construction costs. The bill specifies that the funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with the appropriation effective July 1, 2026. This is a straightforward funding allocation for a specific university infrastructure project, not a policy change affecting broader populations.

Maddy summaryHB 49 appropriates $5.45 million from the State General Fund to the City of Natchez for three specific stormwater infrastructure projects: $2.55 million for Roselawn Subdivision, $1.6 million for West Stiers Lane, and $1.3 million for Concord Avenue. The funds are designated to cover project costs during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The appropriation requires the State Treasurer to disburse funds upon proper requisitions and mandates the money be used exclusively for these listed projects. This bill directly affects Natchez residents in the designated neighborhoods by funding infrastructure improvements to manage stormwater runoff.

Maddy summaryHB 119 provides Mississippi taxpayers with income tax credits for installing qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel infrastructure. It offers a 50% credit (capped at $2,500) for residential natural gas fueling systems or vehicle modifications to use alternative fuels, and a 75% credit for public fueling stations. Unused credits can be carried forward for up to five years to offset future tax liability. The bill directly affects residents installing home fueling systems, businesses operating public refueling stations, and vehicle owners retrofitting vehicles to use natural gas or propane.

Maddy summaryHB 122 appropriates $2,263,275 from the state general fund to the City of Natchez for the Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project, directly affecting residents and infrastructure in that Natchez neighborhood. The bill funds three construction phases to improve drainage by lowering street elevation, adding drainage pipes, curb and gutter, and asphalt surfaces to capture storm runoff underground. The project aims to reduce flooding by moving water to natural drainage streams through physical infrastructure upgrades. This appropriation covers all costs for the fiscal year 2027 project timeline, with funds disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions.