Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3128

Introduced

3/25/24

Refer

3/25/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Town of Coahoma for street repairs.

Impact

The passage of SB3128, if approved, would have a significant impact on local infrastructure management in Coahoma. The funding will provide the necessary resources to address longstanding issues related to road maintenance and improvements. As such, the bill is likely to facilitate economic development and improve the quality of life for residents by enhancing the safety and accessibility of roads within the town. The appropriation reinforces the importance of government support in local governance and infrastructure development.

Summary

Senate Bill 3128 aims to allocate funds specifically for the Town of Coahoma to cover expenses related to street repairs, resurfacing, and general improvements for the fiscal year 2025. The bill sets aside a sum of $500,000 from the State General Fund to assist in these endeavors, promoting infrastructure development within the town. This financial support underscores the state legislature's commitment to enhancing the infrastructure of local communities, particularly in areas that may lack adequate funding resources for such projects.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, there may be discussions surrounding the equitable distribution of state funds to various localities. Some may argue that greater scrutiny is needed to ensure that other towns facing similar issues receive proportional funding. Additionally, the oversight on how the allocated funds are spent could become a point of contention, with calls for transparency in the execution of projects that the funds will support. The community may ensure that the improvements yield lasting benefits and are executed efficiently.

Latest MS SB3128 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3261

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

MS SB3262

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

MS SB3334

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Coffeeville for repairing and repaving its town streets.

MS SB3349

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Vardaman for repair and resurfacing of its streets.

MS SB3350

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Derma for repairs and upgrades to its streets.

MS SB2980

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Guntown for street repairs.

MS SB3344

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for the purchase of a new fire truck and repairing & repaving its streets.

MS SB3141

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Ethel for repairing and resurfacing roads.

MS SB2928

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Bolivar County for street repairs in Supervisor District 1.

MS SB3006

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Bolivar County for street repairs in Supervisor District 1.

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.