Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1950

Introduced

3/25/24

Refer

3/25/24

Engrossed

3/26/24

Refer

4/8/24

Failed

5/14/24

Caption

Appropriation; Finance and Admin, Dept. of, Bureau of Building, Ground, and Real Property Management for eligible ARPA capital projects.

Impact

The bill's passage signifies an important step in advancing state infrastructure significantly affected by the pandemic. It includes specific projects that prioritize investments in water quality, stormwater management, and improvements to state parks due to increased activity during the pandemic. By designating these funds efficiently, the state government is expected to enhance public services while following strict compliance protocols set by federal authorities regarding fund allocation and usage.

Summary

House Bill 1950 focuses on making an additional appropriation from the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund to support capital projects as permitted under the American Rescue Plan Act. The bill allocates a total of $26,687,307 for various state-owned building projects including improvements for water quality, stormwater infrastructure, ventilation, and public facilities designed to mitigate the impact of COVID-19. This funding is significant as it aims to enhance state resources while also adhering to federal guidelines for the use of recovery funds.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1950 appears largely supportive among lawmakers concerned with revitalizing state infrastructure after the pandemic. There is an acknowledgment of the necessity of such appropriations as essential for economic recovery and public health. However, like many appropriation bills, there may be underlying tensions regarding transparency and accountability in fund usage, given the significant amount of money being allocated and the federal oversight involved.

Contention

A notable point of contention arises from the stringent compliance measures required by the bill, aimed at ensuring that state expenditures under this act meet federal standards. Critics may express concerns regarding the potential bureaucratic hurdles that could affect the disbursement and utilization of these funds. Further, the stipulation that none of the funds can be used for employee premium payments highlights a limit on how these funds can directly affect state employment, which could spark debate among lawmakers about budgeting priorities amid economic recovery efforts.

Latest MS HB1950 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1766

Appropriation ; Reappropriation, DFA - Bureau of Building - FY 2025.

MS HB40

Appropriation; reappropriation, DFA - Bureau of Building - FY 2025.

MS HB1933

Appropriation; reappropriation, DFA - Bureau of Building - FY 2027.

MS SB3051

Appropriation; Finance and Administration, Department of.

MS SB3049

Appropriation; Finance and Administration, Department of.

MS SB2044

Appropriation; Finance and Administration, Department of.

MS HB72

Appropriation; City of Jackson for acquisition, demolition and/or removal of blighted properties.

MS SB171

State Capitol building; modernizing provisions relating to State Capitol Building, Capitol Grounds, and Governor's Mansion maintenance. Emergency.

MS SF1145

GroundBreak capital access and innovation fund appropriation

MS HB5002

Relating to the financial administration of the Oregon Department of Administrative Services; and declaring an emergency.

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