Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4029

Introduced

3/27/24

Refer

3/27/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; Alcorn County to purchase turnout gear for the Alcorn County Fire Department.

Impact

Should HB4029 be enacted, it would have a direct financial impact on the provision of equipment for Alcorn County's firefighting capabilities. The appropriation aims to ensure that firefighters have access to essential and modern gear, which is crucial for their safety and effectiveness during operations. This could potentially improve the overall emergency response framework in the county and enhance public trust in local fire services.

Summary

House Bill 4029 is an appropriation act aimed at funding the Alcorn County Fire Department for the purchase of necessary turnout gear. The bill proposes to allocate $400,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025, beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025. This allocation is intended to assist the Board of Supervisors of Alcorn County in enhancing the equipment of its fire department, which plays a critical role in ensuring public safety and emergency response in the community.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its funding purpose, discussions around fire department funding can often highlight broader issues such as state versus local control over public safety resources. Potential points of contention may arise regarding the efficiency of fund allocation, the adequacy of the amount appropriated, or the processes by which funds are distributed. Opponents may raise concerns over whether such allocations adequately address the evolving needs of public safety or whether they reflect equitable support across different regions.

Latest MS HB4029 Activity

View All Events: MS 2024 Regular Session HB4029

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1208

Appropriation; Alcorn County to purchase turnout gear for the Alcorn County Fire Department.

MS HB640

Appropriation; Alcorn County to purchase turnout gear for the Alcorn County Fire Department.

MS HB1883

Appropriation; Alcorn County for new construction of the Fire Department Southwest Station No. 2 and helipad.

MS HB1869

Appropriation; fire departments in District 4 of Winston County for certain purchases.

MS HB301

Appropriation; fire departments in District 4 of Winston County for certain purchases.

MS HB1950

Appropriation; Calhoun County for purchasing a ladder truck for county volunteer fire department.

MS HB4107

Appropriation; Leake County for purchasing new fire truck for Marydell Volunteer Fire Department.

MS HB1932

Appropriation; Lee County for purchasing six fire trucks.

MS HB1983

Appropriation; Calhoun County for purchasing extrication tools for the Slate Springs Volunteer Fire Department.

MS HB634

Appropriation; Sunflower County for purchasing two vehicles for the sheriff's department.

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