Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2968

Introduced

2/10/26

Refer

2/10/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE TOWN OF GEORGETOWN, MISSISSIPPI, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH A FIRE STATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The appropriation outlined in SB2968 is designed to reinforce fire services in Georgetown, offering essential financial support. The funding helps address immediate needs for local emergency response capabilities, indicative of a focus on public safety and infrastructure improvement within the town. With state-level funding directed towards a local fire station, this initiative could reflect broader state priorities regarding emergency preparedness and responsiveness to community needs.

Summary

Senate Bill 2968 is an act dedicated to making an appropriation to the Town of Georgetown, Mississippi, specifically aimed at funding costs associated with the establishment of a fire station. The bill appropriates a total of $400,000 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2027, which runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. This funding is intended to support local emergency services and enhance public safety in the community, facilitating the operational costs and development required for the new fire station.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its intention to support local infrastructure, discussions around appropriations often bring forth varying perspectives on budget allocations. Opponents may argue about the feasibility of funding priorities, especially in times when state resources are limited, questioning whether the $400,000 could be utilized more effectively for other pressing community needs. Supporters likely counter that establishing a well-funded fire station is paramount for public safety and could potentially save lives, thereby justifying this expenditure.

Latest MS SB2968 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3138

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Georgetown, Mississippi, for a fire station.

MS SB3151

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Georgetown, Mississippi, for repair and construction of infrastructure.

MS SB2117

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Village of Cary to pay the costs associated with the construction of a fire station.

MS SB3227

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Webb, Mississippi, for certain building improvements.

MS SB3231

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for repairs to the town's walking trail.

MS SB3005

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

MS SB2004

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

MS SB3185

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for construction of a pump station on Highway 17.

MS SB3232

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for construction of a pump station on Shady Lane.

MS SB2105

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to University of Mississippi Medical Center to build a fire station.

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.