Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3208

Introduced

3/26/24

Refer

3/26/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Calhoun County for certain infrastructure projects.

Impact

The enactment of SB3208 is expected to positively impact Calhoun County by providing much-needed resources for essential infrastructure projects. The funding for the garbage truck and related equipment should help improve waste management services in the area. Additionally, the support for the fire department may lead to enhanced emergency response capabilities, thereby increasing public safety for residents of Calhoun County.

Summary

Senate Bill 3208 proposes an appropriation of $700,000 from the State General Fund to Calhoun County for the fiscal year 2025. This funding is aimed at supporting certain infrastructure projects identified by the county. Notably, the bill allocates specific amounts for the purchase of a garbage truck and garbage cans, as well as for the Saboulga Volunteer Fire Department. This financial support is intended to enhance local services and improve the infrastructure within the county.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its intent to bolster infrastructure, discussions around such appropriations often center on budgetary priorities and the fairness of resource allocation among different counties. Some may argue that the focus on Calhoun County should not come at the expense of other regions which may also require infrastructure improvements. Additionally, there could be discussions about the long-term sustainability of funding for infrastructure projects beyond the initial appropriation in this bill.

Latest MS SB3208 Activity

View All Events: MS 2024 Regular Session SB3208

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3345

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Calhoun City for certain projects.

MS SB3216

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for purchase of garbage cans.

MS SB3213

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for paving and repairing County Road 102.

MS SB3352

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Calhoun County for upgrades and improvements to the county jail.

MS SB3340

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Yalobusha County for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB3348

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Calhoun County for the repair and resurfacing of County Road 306.

MS SB3346

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Calhoun County for the repair, upgrade and resurfacing of County Road 102.

MS SB3218

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for milling, overlaying, and striping County Road 306.

MS SB3214

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for purchasing a garbage truck to transport county solid waste.

MS SB3339

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

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.