Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2155

Introduced

1/13/26

Refer

1/13/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO YAZOO COUNTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE LAKE GEORGE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The appropriation provided by SB2155 is critical for Yazoo County, as it addresses the urgent need for infrastructure improvement in the area, specifically concerning the Lake George Bridge. The allocation will provide the county with the financial resources required to carry out the replacement of the bridge, which may have significant implications for the local community's connectivity and safety. The funding process laid out in the bill requires disbursement from the General Fund, indicating a structured approach to financial allocations within state governance.

Summary

Senate Bill 2155 is legislation that appropriates a sum of $6 million from the State General Fund to Yazoo County for the Lake George Bridge Replacement Project for the fiscal year 2027. The bill aims to authorize funding necessary for the project, which is anticipated to enhance infrastructure, improve transportation, and promote safety for road users in the region.

Contention

While discussions surrounding SB2155 have not identified major points of contention as seen in broader legislative contexts, the allocation of funds for specific projects can sometimes raise questions among stakeholders about prioritization and the effective use of state resources. Ensuring that such funding projects align with the broader development goals of the state and the needs of its communities is essential, as residents may seek transparency on how these funds will be managed and monitored throughout the bridge replacement process.

Latest MS SB2155 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1914

Appropriation; Yazoo County for the Lake George Bridge Replacement Project.

MS SB2942

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for Lake George Bridge Replacement Project.

MS SB2941

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for patrol cars and firearms for the Yazoo County Sheriff's Department.

MS HB1800

Appropriation; Amite County for bridge replacement and bank restabilization project on Brushy Creek.

MS HB1823

Appropriation; Yazoo County for making critical infrastructure improvements to the Yazoo County Port.

MS SB2134

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for a drainage project.

MS HB1822

Appropriation; Yazoo County for making critical repairs to streets and roads of the county.

MS HB985

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

MS SB3188

2024 Local Improvements Projects Fund; appropriation to DFA for Marshall County for the completion of the Blackwater Road Bridge Project.

MS SB2544

2024 Local Improvements Projects Fund; clarify and correct names and purposes of certain projects funded from.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

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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

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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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.