Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2980

Introduced
2/13/23  
Refer
2/13/23  

Caption

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to City of Tupelo for matching federal grant funds for railway lines.

Impact

The impact of SB2980 primarily centers around enhancing public safety and fostering economic development through improved railway facilities. By securing federal funding, the bill aims to not only upgrade existing infrastructure but also potentially stimulate local economic activity by improving transportation logistics, which is crucial for local businesses. Such developments are expected to have a rippling effect on job creation and overall community growth.

Summary

Senate Bill 2980 is an act making an appropriation to the City of Tupelo, Mississippi, aimed at facilitating the acquisition of federal grant funds for public safety and economic development improvements related to railway lines in the city. The bill allocates $4,000,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, specifically directed towards enhancing the railway infrastructure. This commitment underscores the state's support for local development and safety initiatives.

Contention

While the summary does not highlight specific points of contention, legislation of this nature often faces scrutiny from different stakeholders regarding the efficient allocation of state funds and the prioritization of such projects. There may be concerns regarding the effective use of the appropriated funds, ensuring they directly contribute to measurable improvements in public safety and economic performance within the city.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2138

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Tupelo for expenses of Tupelo Regional symphony.

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 SB2976

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Tupelo City School District for security screening on windows and doors.

MS SB2936

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Tupelo City School District for security screening on windows and doors.

MS SB2933

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Tupelo to construct a new fire station and emergency command center.

MS SB2125

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Tupelo to construct a new fire station and emergency command center.

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 SB3241

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for sewer rehabilitation.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB0390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1220

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.