Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2972

Introduced

2/29/24

Refer

2/29/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to DFA to assist the West Jackson County Utility District with the construction of a water tank.

Impact

The approval of SB2972 would facilitate the construction of a critical water infrastructure project within the West Jackson County area. This investment aims to improve the water supply system, which is essential for the residents and businesses in the utility district. By backing local utility projects, the state is promoting sustainable development and ensuring that community needs are met effectively.

Summary

Senate Bill 2972 aims to make an appropriation of $500,000 from the State General Fund to assist the West Jackson County Utility District with costs associated with constructing a water tank. This financial support is intended for the fiscal year 2025, specifically for expenses related to the construction project. The bill underscores the commitment of the state to provide necessary infrastructure funding that directly impacts local communities and enhances water service availability.

Contention

While the details of the discussions and potential points of contention regarding this specific bill are not elaborated in the available documents, funding appropriations such as these often raise questions about budget priorities, the allocation of state funds, and the long-term sustainability of such projects. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on whether such expenditures are justified, especially in the context of potential competing needs within the state budget.

Latest MS SB2972 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3310

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Jackson County for construction of a fire department near Old Fort Bayou Rd. & Eglin Rd.

MS SB2097

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Madison County for the West Madison Utility District.

MS SB2162

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Madison County for the West Madison Utility District.

MS SB3226

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Jackson County Economic Development Foundation for water upgrades.

MS SB3221

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation for assistant district attorneys within the Sixth Circuit Court District.

MS SB2938

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to DFA to the Jackson Fire Department for fire protection services.

MS SB2172

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to DFA to the Jackson Fire Department for fire protection services.

MS SB3358

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Jackson for certain projects.

MS SB3379

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Jackson County for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB3176

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for jail construction.

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.