Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4005

Introduced

3/27/24

Refer

3/27/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; City of Canton for purchase of tasers, training and associated equipment for the Canton Police Department.

Impact

The implementation of HB4005 signifies a commitment by the state to invest in local police departments, thereby providing them with essential tools and training to perform their duties effectively. By ensuring that law enforcement personnel are equipped with modern non-lethal weaponry such as tasers, the bill aims to foster safer interactions between the police and the community. This investment could potentially lead to improved responses to public safety challenges faced by the Canton Police Department.

Summary

House Bill 4005 is a legislative measure proposing an appropriation of $119,000 to the governing authorities of the City of Canton. The funds are allocated specifically for the purchase of tasers, associated equipment, and the provision of training for the Canton Police Department. This bill aims to augment the capabilities of local law enforcement and enhance public safety within the city. The appropriation is intended to be utilized during the fiscal year 2025, commencing on July 1, 2024, and concluding on June 30, 2025.

Contention

While the bill focuses on enhancing law enforcement capabilities, discussions around such appropriations have often raised debates regarding the fiscal allocation of state funds. Supporters argue that investing in police training and equipment is crucial for the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement agencies. However, opponents may question whether spending on law enforcement equipment should take priority over other community needs, such as education, healthcare, or social services. The bill thus opens up avenues for dialogue about the appropriate investment of state finances in public safety versus other social priorities.

Latest MS HB4005 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2997

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Canton Municipal Police Department for equipment and training.

MS SB2182

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Canton Municipal Police Department for equipment and training.

MS HB1871

Appropriation; Town of Summit for purchasing equipment for police department.

MS SB3192

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Morton for purchasing police vehicles & equipment and for police department renovations.

MS HB1842

Appropriation; Town of Bude for purchasing public safety equipment for the town police department.

MS SB3305

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Newton for purchase of body cameras, tasers, and related law enforcement equipment.

MS HB4103

Appropriation; City of Carthage for certain purchases for the police department.

MS SB3078

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Farmington for purchasing equipment and vehicles for the police department.

MS SB3364

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Farmington for purchasing equipment and vehicles for the police department.

MS HB109

Appropriation; City of Cleveland for purchasing and outfitting four new police vehicles for the police department.

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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.