Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1871

Introduced

3/14/24

Refer

3/14/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for water, sewer and police department projects.

Impact

The financial provisions outlined in HB1871 are intended to significantly enhance the quality of essential services in Port Gibson. By directing funds towards repairing and expanding water and sewer facilities, the bill aims to address persistent service issues and improve the overall sanitation and safety of the community. The allocation for the construction of a new police station signals an effort to bolster local law enforcement capabilities, thus aiming to promote public safety in the area.

Summary

House Bill 1871 proposes an appropriation from the State General Fund to provide financial assistance to the governing authorities of Port Gibson. The bill allocates a total of $16,900,000 for various projects aimed at improving the city’s water, sewer, and police department systems for the fiscal year 2025, which begins on July 1, 2024. The directed projects include crucial upgrades to the water treatment facilities, replacement of water lines, and enhancements to the police department's physical infrastructure.

Contention

While the bill presents opportunities for upgrading critical infrastructure in Port Gibson, there could be discussions around the effectiveness and necessity of such appropriations. Concern may arise regarding whether the funding is sufficient to meet the growing needs of the city, how these projects will be monitored for efficient use of the funds, and what the long-term impacts of these investments will be on local taxes and state budgets. Negotiations may include how new expenditures align with existing fiscal responsibilities of the state and whether they adequately reflect the needs of constituents.

Latest MS HB1871 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1843

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for water and sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS HB1841

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for constructing a police station and purchasing motor vehicles.

MS HB1646

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Port Gibson with water and sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS HB1709

Appropriation; City of Carthage for programs and projects for police department.

MS HB1148

Appropriation; City of Carthage for programs and projects for police department.

MS HB1844

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for playground facilities improvements.

MS HB1881

Appropriation; City of Booneville for Booneville Sewer Restoration Project.

MS SB2923

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS SB2991

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS HB751

Capital City Water/Sewer Projects Fund; extend repealer on.

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