Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1947

Introduced

2/17/26

Refer

2/17/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CALHOUN COUNTY TO ASSIST IN PAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PURCHASING A TRACTOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The impact of HB1947 includes enabling Calhoun County to equip itself with the necessary machinery for its operational needs, thus facilitating local government functions. This assistance represents a direct investment in local infrastructure, possibly enhancing productivity in agricultural pursuits or maintaining county resources. Such appropriations signify the state’s commitment to supporting county governments in fulfilling their operational requirements.

Summary

House Bill 1947 is an appropriation bill intended to provide financial assistance to the Board of Supervisors of Calhoun County, Mississippi, specifically for the purchase of a tractor. The bill allocates a sum of $125,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The funding is intended to help the County cover the costs associated with this equipment purchase, which is likely essential for local agricultural or infrastructural needs.

Contention

Although the document does not detail any specific points of contention, appropriation bills can often incite debate regarding how state funds are allocated, the priority of funding needs, and potential disparities between different counties. Stakeholders might have differing opinions on the adequacy of the funds allocated and the broader implications of such expenditures on the state’s budget and fiscal health.

Latest MS HB1947 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3214

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

MS HB1885

Appropriation; Hinds County Board for road improvements in Supervisors District 5.

MS SB3213

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

MS SB3216

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

MS HB1932

Appropriation; Lee County for purchasing six fire trucks.

MS HB1862

Appropriation; Attala County for road and bridge repairs in Supervisors District 4.

MS HB634

Appropriation; Sunflower County for purchasing two vehicles for the sheriff's department.

MS HB1683

Appropriation; Hinds County for purchasing body cameras and additional vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

MS SB3218

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

MS HB985

Appropriation; Humphreys County for cost share needs associated with recovery projects following 2023 tornado.

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