Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3153

Introduced

3/25/24

Refer

3/25/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to City of Lexington for a truck to maintain the city's sewer system.

Impact

The bill directly impacts the state laws concerning municipal financing and infrastructure maintenance. By enabling the City of Lexington to secure necessary equipment, the state legislature shows support for local governments in managing their public utilities more efficiently. This appropriation reflects an investment in local infrastructure, potentially improving service delivery to residents and minimizing sanitation-related issues that can arise from inadequate maintenance of sewer systems.

Summary

Senate Bill 3153 is an appropriation measure designed to allocate funds to the City of Lexington, Mississippi, specifically for acquiring an industrial vacuum and jetter truck. This vehicle is intended to aid in the maintenance of the city's sewer system, and the bill appropriates a total of $370,000 for fiscal year 2025. The funding aims to enhance the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the city's waste management capabilities, assuring that sewer systems are kept in optimal working order, which is vital for public health and infrastructure integrity.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its purpose, discussions around similar appropriations often entail points of contention related to budget priorities, the allocation of state funds, and the specific needs of various municipalities. Critics may argue that such direct appropriations could divert resources away from other pressing state needs or disproportionately favor certain areas over others. Additionally, there may be discussions regarding the effectiveness of using state funds for local government equipment, with some advocating for other forms of support that wouldn't impose expenses on the state budget.

Latest MS SB3153 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2983

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Lexington for a truck to maintain the city's sewer system.

MS SB2188

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Lexington for a truck to maintain the city's sewer system.

MS SB2984

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Lexington for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB2184

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

MS SB3172

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Drew for sewer system rehabilitation.

MS SB3265

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Drew for sewer system rehabilitation.

MS SB3241

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for sewer rehabilitation.

MS SB3343

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Water Valley for electric system & library repairs & for water/sewer system upgrades.

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.

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.