Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4034

Introduced

2/20/26

Refer

2/20/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE GOVERNING AUTHORITIES OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD TO ASSIST IN PAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ACQUISITION OF ESSENTIAL MUNICIPAL VEHICLES FOR CERTAIN CITY DEPARTMENTS AND RETIRING OR REDUCING EXISTING LONG-TERM DEBT OBLIGATIONS INCURRED TO ACQUIRE AND MAINTAIN MUNICIPAL VEHICLES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The bill specifies that the appropriated funds will be used in two main ways. Firstly, $1,000,000 will be designated for the purchase of various vehicles including patrol vehicles for law enforcement, fire engines and support vehicles for fire services, and utility vehicles for public works. Secondly, the remaining $1,000,000 is intended for retiring or reducing existing long-term debt obligations incurred for the acquisition and maintenance of municipal vehicles. This financial support is expected to enhance operational efficiency and public service delivery in Greenwood.

Summary

House Bill 4034 is an appropriation act that allocates $2,000,000 to the governing authorities of the City of Greenwood, Mississippi. The purpose of this funding is to support the acquisition of essential municipal vehicles for key city departments, including the Police Department, Fire Department, Public Works Department, and the Wastewater Treatment Division. The bill aims to address the municipal vehicle needs within these departments, facilitating improvements in public safety and services.

Contention

While the bill seeks to address critical municipal needs, potential points of contention could arise regarding the prioritization of funds and the management of existing debt obligations. Critics may question whether the allocation of funds to vehicle purchases is appropriate given other possible needs within the community or if there are alternative solutions for managing municipal debt. Furthermore, how effectively the City of Greenwood administers these funds and their impact on local services will likely be scrutinized by stakeholders.

Latest MS HB4034 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3114

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Magee for the city police department for the acquisition of vehicles and equipment.

MS HB1084

Rural Fire Truck Acquisition Assistance Program; authorize an additional round for counties and municipalities.

MS SB3060

City of Greenwood; extend the repeal date on the tourism tax and the Greenwood Tourism Commission.

MS HB106

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Cleveland with purchasing motor vehicles for the city's police department.

MS HB851

Troy Floyd Act; create and establish grant program to assist certain municipalities with acquiring lifesaving emergency equipment for police departments.

MS HB845

Appropriation; City of Olive Branch for land acquisition and engineering services for making improvements to Highway 305.

MS SB2446

Public parking charges; prohibit certain municipalities from charging for attending county, city, state or federal bldg. business.

MS SB3160

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Smith County Sheriff's Department for the acquisition of a vehicle.

MS HB72

Appropriation; City of Jackson for acquisition, demolition and/or removal of blighted properties.

MS HB109

Appropriation; City of Cleveland for purchasing and outfitting four new police vehicles for the police department.

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