Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB674

Introduced

1/16/23

Refer

1/16/23

Failed

2/22/23

Caption

Appropriation; MDOT for matching funds for the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Impact

The passage of HB 674 is expected to enhance the state’s ability to secure additional federal resources targeted at transportation projects. By ensuring that MDOT has the necessary funding to match federal funds, the state can undertake a variety of infrastructure improvements which could range from road repairs to enhancements in public transportation systems. This is especially crucial as federal infrastructure funding acts as a catalyst for broader economic development in the region.

Summary

House Bill 674 aims to make a significant appropriation to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the purpose of providing matching funds for the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Specifically, the bill allocates $200,000,000 from the State General Fund to MDOT for the fiscal year 2024, which runs from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. This funding is intended to help the state leverage federal infrastructure funds to improve transportation infrastructure across Mississippi.

Contention

While specific points of contention from discussions surrounding this bill are not detailed in the transcription, appropriation bills often draw scrutiny regarding budget priorities and the effective use of state funds. Concerns may arise regarding whether the allocated funds will be sufficient in addressing transportation needs or how they may influence decisions on future state budget allocations. The bill does not seem to have significant opposition due to its focus on funding vital infrastructure needs.

Latest MS HB674 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SF1362

Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Acts state funding match appropriation

MS SF394

State match funding appropriation related to the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

MS HF1023

State match funding related to the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding provided, and money appropriated.

MS SB269

Transfer to Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act Cash Fund

MS SB2095

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Dream Innovations, Inc., for matching funds for grant award.

MS SB2164

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Dream Innovations, Inc., for matching funds for grant award.

MS A595

Prioritizes investment of State administered pension funds in in-state infrastructure project investments over comparable out-of-state infrastructure project investments.

MS HB2016

AN ACT Relating to additive capital budget funding for state matching funds and federal expenditure authority for the broadband equity, access, and deployment program;

MS S2261

Achieving a green future with infrastructure and workforce investments

MS SB35

Making an appropriation for rail trail project matching funds.

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