Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3177

Introduced

3/26/24

Refer

3/26/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to City of Meridian for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

Impact

The funding provided through SB3177 is significant for Meridian as it reinforces the state's commitment to ensuring that municipalities can maintain and upgrade critical public infrastructure. This appropriation aligns with broader state goals of fostering economic growth and ensuring the health and welfare of the population. However, the effectiveness of such funding is tempered by the context of local governance and existing infrastructure challenges faced by the city. Many posit that this investment could be transformative, given the right management and oversight of the funds allocated.

Summary

Senate Bill 3177 is an act aimed at appropriating funds to support the City of Meridian, Mississippi, specifically for improvements to its water and sewer infrastructure. The bill designates a total of $8 million for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025. The allocation is intended to enhance the city's public utilities, which play a vital role in health and service delivery to its residents and businesses. By improving these essential services, the bill seeks to address ongoing needs in local infrastructure development.

Contention

While SB3177 appears to have broad support for its intent, discussions surrounding the bill may involve concerns over transparency and the management of state funds. Stakeholders might debate the prioritization of this appropriation relative to other pressing community needs, or the adequacy of the proposed amount in meeting the actual demands of infrastructure improvement. Furthermore, ensuring that these funds are utilized effectively remains a point of contention, with calls for accountability in their deployment.

Latest MS SB3177 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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.

MS SB2945

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to City of Wiggins for sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS SB3174

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Village of Puckett for the purpose of water and sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS SB3207

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Pope for sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS SB3150

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

MS SB2967

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Mendenhall, Mississippi, for repairs to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS SB2958

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Petal for improvements to wastewater infrastructure.

MS HB1843

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for water and sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS SB3155

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Pelahatchie for improvements & repairs to its water & wastewater infrastructure.

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MD HB390

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MD HB0390

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MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

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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.