Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1950

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 NEW LADDER TRUCK FOR THE CALHOUN COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The bill's passage will have a direct impact on local emergency response capabilities in Calhoun County by enhancing the resources available to the volunteer fire department. A new ladder truck is an essential asset for firefighting operations, particularly for incidents in multi-story buildings or locations that require elevated access. The implication of this funding is that the fire department will improve service delivery and safety for the community, thereby potentially reducing response times and increasing efficiency in emergency situations.

Summary

House Bill 1950 concerns the appropriation of funds to support the purchase of a new ladder truck for the Calhoun County Volunteer Fire Department in Mississippi. The bill outlines a provision for $400,000 to be allocated from the State General Fund to assist the county in meeting the financial requirements related to the acquisition of this critical firefighting equipment. This funding is significant for the rural community, ensuring that their emergency services can be adequately equipped to handle various fire-related situations.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, funding allocations like this can sometimes be contentious within the legislative process. Discussions may arise around the effectiveness of state funding for local government needs versus the independence of local agencies to raise their own funds or prioritize their expenditures. Stakeholders may debate the necessity of state involvement versus local control in financing public safety initiatives, particularly in relation to budget constraints and other priorities within the state budget.

Latest MS HB1950 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 HB1932

Appropriation; Lee County for purchasing six fire trucks.

MS HB830

Appropriation; Brownsville Volunteer Fire Department for purchasing a fire truck.

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 SB3218

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

MS HB1926

Appropriation; City of Indianola for purchasing an equipped custom fire truck for the city's fire department.

MS HB1893

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Indianola with purchasing a fire truck for its fire department.

MS HB79

Appropriation; City of McComb for constructing new fire station and purchasing a new fire truck.

MS HB1898

Appropriation; City of Nettleton for purchasing a pumper fire truck.

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