Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3091

Introduced

2/17/23

Refer

2/17/23

Failed

2/22/23

Caption

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to City of Natchez for drainage projects.

Impact

The passing of SB3091 will have notable implications for state infrastructure funding by allowing the city to utilize state resources for local projects. It underscores a commitment from the state government to support municipal needs, particularly in areas of urban planning and environmental management. The allocation is expected to facilitate not just engineering work but also subsequent improvements in property and community values as a result of enhanced infrastructure.

Summary

Senate Bill 3091 authorizes the appropriation of funds to the City of Natchez for drainage projects, aiming to improve local infrastructure and mitigate drainage issues in the area. The total allocation amounts to $6,414,383, intended to cover various projects focused on specific subdivisions and related areas. This funding is aimed at ensuring that critical drainage systems are created or improved to handle stormwater effectively, thereby enhancing the city's public safety and environmental resilience.

Contention

While the bill appears to have strong local support due to its direct benefits for residents, it may also prompt discussions around state versus local budgeting priorities. Some may argue that focusing state resources on specific cities could detract from broader needs across other regions in Mississippi. However, the bill is largely viewed positively within Natchez, where drainage issues have been a persistent concern. The specificity of the project allocations highlights an effort to address these urgent local needs effectively.

Latest MS SB3091 Activity

View All Events: MS 2023 Regular Session SB3091

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2975

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Natchez for the Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.

MS SB2935

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Byram for drainage projects.

MS SB2170

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Byram for drainage projects.

MS HB135

Appropriation; City of Natchez for Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.

MS HB122

Appropriation; City of Natchez for Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.

MS SB2974

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Natchez for the West Stiers Lane Stormwater Infrastructure Improvement Project.

MS SB2977

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Natchez for a United States Colored Troops Monument.

MS SB3316

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Walls for flood study and certain drainage projects.

MS SB2134

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for a drainage project.

MS SB2147

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Yazoo County for a drainage project.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

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MD HB390

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MD HB0390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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