Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1936

Introduced
3/21/24  
Refer
3/21/24  

Caption

Appropriation; Town of Learned for repairs and updates to city infrastructure.

Impact

The passage of HB 1936 is expected to have a positive impact on the town's infrastructure, addressing critical maintenance and modernizing facilities that may have suffered from deferred maintenance. By providing these funds, the state helps ensure that local government can maintain a standard of public safety and service quality, which can, in turn, encourage further development and investment in the community.

Summary

House Bill 1936 is an appropriation bill aimed at providing financial assistance to the governing authorities of the Town of Learned, Mississippi. It allocates $200,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025 to support costs associated with infrastructure repairs, upgrades, and improvements in the town. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, upon enactment, highlighting the state’s commitment to supporting local governments in enhancing public facilities and services.

Contention

While the bill appears to have a straightforward purpose of financial support, potential points of contention may arise related to the allocation criteria and transparency in how these funds will be utilized. Stakeholders may question the effectiveness of the appropriation process and whether the funds will address the town's most pressing infrastructure needs. Moreover, there might be discussions regarding the balance of state versus local control in financial matters and the implications of relying on state appropriations for local infrastructure improvements.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB829

Appropriation; Town of Learned for repairs and updates to city infrastructure.

MS HB398

Appropriation; Town of Learned for repairs and improvements to town infrastructure.

MS SB3149

Appropriation; Town of Learned for repairs and improvements to town infrastructure.

MS SB3327

Appropriation; Town of Learned for repairs and improvements to town infrastructure.

MS HB1863

Appropriation; Town of Goodman for street repairs and infrastructure repairs.

MS HB260

Appropriation; Town of Goodman for street repairs and infrastructure repairs.

MS HB4054

Appropriation; Town of Moorhead for street repairs and infrastructure improvements.

MS HB1860

Appropriation; Town of Pickens for repairs and renovations to City Hall.

MS HB263

Appropriation; Town of Pickens for repairs and renovations to City Hall.

MS HB1973

Appropriation; Town of Bruce for general sewage repairs.

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.