Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2979

Introduced

2/13/23

Refer

2/13/23

Failed

2/22/23

Caption

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to Petal School District for Central Office building renovation.

Impact

The passage of SB2979 would provide crucial financial resources to the Petal School District, impacting local education administration positively. The bill aims to enhance facilities that support student education and administrative functionalities. With the allocated funds, the district can proceed with necessary renovations, which may also indirectly boost local employment during construction and related projects, creating a ripple effect in the community.

Summary

Senate Bill 2979 makes an appropriation of general funds to the Petal School District aiming to support the renovation of the Central Office building. The total amount allocated is set at $2,255,000 for the fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2023, and ending on June 30, 2024. This funding is intended to address modernization needs within the district's central office, allowing for improvements that could enhance the operational efficiency of the district’s administration.

Contention

While specific records of contention were not found, it can be anticipated that discussions may arise around the amount of funding allocated and the efficacy of the renovation compared to other potential funding needs in the education sector within Mississippi. Stakeholders may engage in debates regarding budget priorities, fiscal responsibility, and the transparency of the allocation process, which are common points of contention in education funding discussions.

Latest MS SB2979 Activity

View All Events: MS 2023 Regular Session SB2979

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3293

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Drew for the renovation of municipal buildings.

MS SB2948

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Washington County for structural repairs and renovations to the Luther Alexander Building.

MS SB3020

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Washington County for structural repairs and renovations to the Luther Alexander Building.

MS SB2100

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to VFW Post 4057 in Tupelo for renovations.

MS SB2953

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to VFW Post 4057 in Tupelo for renovations.

MS SB3190

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Scott County School District for the final phase of the STEAM Academy renovations.

MS SB3203

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Newton Municipal School District for security/safety upgrades and certain renovations.

MS SB3330

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Quitman County for renovations to the county jail and the Sheriff's Office.

MS SB3184

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lamar County for renovations and improvements to its tax office complex.

MS SB3177

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of West Point for renovations to its Water and Light Department administrative building.

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MD HB350

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MD SB319

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