Sen. Joseph Thomas

Maddy summarySB 3160 appropriates $1.3 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Canton for the design, construction, equipping, and staff training of a real-time crime center during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directly funds Canton's local government to establish this facility, which would use technology to monitor and respond to crime in real time. It specifies the funds cover all related costs, including building the center and training personnel to operate it. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or conditions.

Maddy summarySB 3049 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to help cover the renovation and equipment costs for a building housing the Emmanuel Community Center in Anguilla. The funds would directly assist Serenity on the Bayou, the organization managing the center, in completing the project. The bill creates a legal framework for bond issuance, repayment through state funds, and disbursement from a dedicated special fund. This is a specific funding mechanism for a local community facility, not a broad policy change.

Maddy summarySB 3025 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds for the Town of Anguilla to cover construction costs of a museum and visitor center. The state would be responsible for repaying these bonds using its full credit, with proceeds transferred directly to Anguilla for the specified project. The State Bond Commission would manage the bond issuance process, including determining terms and sale methods. This bill directly assists Anguilla's local government in funding community infrastructure development.

Maddy summarySB 3028 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds for the Town of Anguilla to cover specific local improvements: new street signs and lights on Main Street, renovation of the town basketball court, and installation of an outdoor flagpole with a U.S. flag. The bonds, backed by the state's full credit, would be issued and sold by the State Bond Commission, with proceeds disbursed directly to Anguilla for these designated projects. The bill outlines the bond issuance process, including signing procedures and repayment obligations, ensuring the state guarantees repayment if needed. This is a targeted funding mechanism for a single town's infrastructure upgrades, not a broad policy change.

Maddy summarySB 3027 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds specifically to fund repairs and renovations at the Oakes African American Cultural Center in Yazoo City. The bill directly affects the cultural center by providing dedicated state funding for its physical upkeep, without requiring new taxes or fees. Key mechanisms include bonding the state's full credit to cover costs and directing bond proceeds to a special fund for the center's renovation, with repayment secured by the state's general revenue. This is a funding authorization bill focused on infrastructure support for a specific cultural institution.

Maddy summarySB 3159 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Canton, Mississippi, for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are specifically designated to cover costs for revitalizing Canton’s multipurpose complex and improving parks citywide. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new requirements or policy changes beyond directing state money to these city projects. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 3021 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the Town of Rolling Fork pay for acquiring and placing a memorial sculpture honoring blues musician Muddy Waters. The bill creates a special fund to disburse bond proceeds directly to the town for this specific memorial project. It does not change existing laws or affect broader policy, as it solely provides financial assistance for a local commemorative sculpture. The state pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bonds, with repayment funded from state treasury reserves if needed.

Maddy summarySB 2153 allocates $195,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Yazoo City for specific improvements to the 19th Street Park Recreation Complex during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding directly covers costs for a swimming pool ($50,000), building upgrades ($60,000), batting cages ($20,000), playground equipment ($50,000), and a security system ($15,000). This bill provides concrete state funding for physical upgrades to public park facilities used by Yazoo City residents. It is a straightforward appropriations measure with no additional policy provisions or broader implications beyond the specified park improvements.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $4 million from Mississippi's General Fund to Yazoo County for planning, designing, and constructing a four-lane highway connecting State Highway 16 to Interstate 55. It directly affects Yazoo County residents and travelers using this route by funding the project's development. The funds are allocated specifically for the fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027) and must be used solely for the highway's planning, design, and construction phases. The bill does not alter laws or policies but provides dedicated state funding for infrastructure development.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $498,009.33 from Mississippi's General Fund to Yazoo County for a specific drainage project during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will be paid through the state treasury upon proper requisitions, directly supporting Yazoo County's infrastructure needs. It does not create new policies or affect broader state regulations, only providing targeted funding for a local drainage initiative. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, as part of the state's budget process.