Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3150

Introduced

3/25/24

Refer

3/25/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Pearlington Water and Sewer District for certain projects.

Impact

The bill designates specific allocations from the appropriated funds to address vital components of the water infrastructure. Specifically, $1,500,000 is earmarked for the replacement of outdated water distribution lines, which will enhance the reliability and safety of the water supply. An additional $1,000,000 will go towards rehabilitating and increasing the capacity of the Oak Harbor Well, and $500,000 is allocated for interconnecting the Oak Harbor System with the Pearlington Water and Sewer District. This investment has the potential to significantly improve water quality and service delivery in these areas.

Summary

Senate Bill 3150 aims to allocate funding specifically to the Pearlington Water Sewer District for various essential projects during the fiscal year 2025. The total appropriation amounts to $3,000,000, which is expected to support the district in enhancing its water services. This strategic move by the state legislature highlights its commitment to improving public utilities, particularly those that directly service smaller communities.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on infrastructure improvement, discussions around resource allocation and future planning might arise as it proceeds through legislative processes. Some stakeholders may voice concerns regarding the adequacy of funding relative to the overall needs of the community and whether this appropriation is sufficient to address long-term infrastructure challenges. Moreover, assessing the impacts of such investments on local taxation and budget prioritization might spur debate among legislators and community leaders.

Latest MS SB3150 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3150

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Mendenhall, Mississippi, for repairs to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS SB3171

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for road and sewer projects.

MS SB3292

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Drew for certain projects.

MS SB3263

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Boyle for certain water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

MS SB2959

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Metcalfe for water and sewer system improvements.

MS SB3002

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Metcalfe for water and sewer system improvements.

MS SB2987

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Town of Metcalfe for water and sewer system improvements.

MS SB3165

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Raleigh for improvements to its water and sewer systems.

MS SB2923

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS SB2991

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

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.