Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3117

Introduced

3/25/24

Refer

3/25/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair and renovation of city parks.

Impact

The approval of SB3117 would provide much-needed financial resources to the City of Greenville, allowing local authorities to improve park facilities and amenities. This, in turn, can enhance the quality of life for residents and may encourage increased use of public green spaces. Furthermore, it reflects a statewide recognition of the importance of maintaining recreational areas for community welfare. By investing in these parks, the state aims to foster community engagement and promote outdoor activities among its citizens.

Summary

Senate Bill 3117 aims to appropriate a total of $500,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025 to assist in the repair and renovation of city parks in Greenville, Mississippi. This funding is specifically designed to address the needs of four designated parks in the area: Harty Park, Frisby Park, Rounds Park, and Maude Bryan Park, with each park receiving $125,000 from the overall allocation. The bill underscores the commitment of the state legislature to support local infrastructure projects that directly benefit the community.

Contention

While the bill seems beneficial, there may be potential points of contention surrounding the allocation of state funds and prioritization of spending. Critics might argue that such appropriations should be more broadly evaluated against other pressing local needs or broader statewide infrastructure demands. There might also be discussions around the transparency of the disbursal of these funds and whether the selected parks adequately reflect the community's needs, thus sparking debates on equitable resource allocation.

Latest MS SB3117 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2998

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for renovations and repairs to the Mid-Delta Regional Airport.

MS SB3019

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair and renovation of wastewater treatment plant.

MS SB2995

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for renovation and repair to the Mid-Delta Regional Airport.

MS SB2922

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair, renovation, and improvement of small sewer mini-systems.

MS SB2982

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair, renovation, and improvement of small sewer mini-systems.

MS SB2963

General Fund; FY 2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair and renovation of wastewater treatment plant.

MS HB418

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Greenville with repair and renovation of city parks and golf course.

MS HB4029

Appropriation; City of Greenville for repairs and renovation of city's wastewater treatment plant.

MS SB2962

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for Mississippi River Museum.

MS SB3003

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for Mississippi River Museum.

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)

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PA SB160

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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.