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Mississippi House Bill HB1911
Mississippi 2024 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1911

Introduced
3/20/24  
Refer
3/20/24  

Caption

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements and upgrades at Forest Hill Park.

Impact

The funding aims to boost the quality of recreational facilities available to the residents of Jackson, potentially improving community engagement and public health by enhancing access to outdoor spaces. By concentrating on infrastructure improvements, the city can expect to attract more visitors to the park, fostering economic activities in the area, which could benefit local businesses and encourage tourism in the region.

Summary

House Bill 1911 is designed to provide funding for improvements and upgrades at Forest Hill Park located in Jackson, Mississippi. The bill appropriates a sum of $150,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025, which begins on July 1, 2024. This monetary allocation will assist the city's governing authorities in covering the associated costs of construction, repair, renovation, and the enhancement of various facilities and infrastructure within the park.

Contention

While the bill appears to have broad support for its intent to improve public infrastructure, discussions may arise concerning the allocation of funds and prioritization of such projects within the state budget. Questions could be raised regarding whether this appropriation is the best use of state funds, particularly in light of competing needs across different sectors within Mississippi. Stakeholders may have varying perspectives on funding priorities, which could lead to deliberations regarding future appropriations.

Latest MS HB1911 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB67

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements and upgrades at Forest Hill Park.

MS HB1816

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements and upgrades at Sykes Park.

MS HB69

Appropriation; City of Jackson for making improvements to Forest Hill Park.

MS HB63

Appropriation; City of Jackson for upgrades and improvements to Flowers Park.

MS HB65

Appropriation; City of Jackson for making certain improvements at Livingston Park.

MS SB3248

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for improvements and upgrades to the city's parks and recreation.

MS HB64

Appropriation; City of Jackson for certain improvements to Sykes Park.

MS HB751

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements to tennis courts at Battlefield Park.

MS HB1857

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements to tennis courts at Battlefield Park.

MS HB1049

Appropriation; City of Jackson for improvements for Leavell Woods Park.

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