Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3000

Introduced

2/10/26

Refer

2/10/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE TOWN OF BENOIT, MISSISSIPPI, TO DEFRAY EXPENSES FOR THE TOWN'S WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

If enacted, SB3000 would directly impact local government operations by providing a financial resource intended for infrastructure upgrades. This could spur further local development projects and encourage better management of water resources. The infusion of funds is intended to improve existing facilities, which may lead to increased reliability and efficiency in Benoit's water and sewer systems. These improvements also align with broader state goals of enhancing local infrastructure to better serve communities.

Summary

Senate Bill 3000 proposes an appropriation of $298,125 from the Capital Expense Fund to the Town of Benoit, Mississippi, aimed at improving the town's water and sewer system for the fiscal year 2027. This funding is designated to address infrastructure issues that have likely been highlighted as critical for the community's health and safety. Given the stipulations of the bill, these improvements could potentially enhance access to clean water and appropriate sewage disposal, thus advancing public health outcomes in the area.

Contention

Although the bill primarily serves a developmental purpose, it may come with points of contention around local governance and the appropriation process. Discussions may arise about the equitable allocation of state resources, especially if other towns or regions express needs for similar improvements that remain unfunded. It remains to be seen if the appropriation will meet all the infrastructural needs of Benoit or if it will set a precedent for future funding requests from other municipalities.

Latest MS SB3000 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2966

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Benoit for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB2951

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Metcalfe for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB2930

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Gunnison for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB2961

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Beulah for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB2959

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Metcalfe for water and sewer system improvements.

MS HB330

Appropriation; Town of Alligator for the 2022 water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB3153

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Benoit for infrastructure and/or road improvements.

MS SB2131

Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds; FY2026 appropriation to Village of Eden for improvement of water and sewer system.

MS SB3150

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Mendenhall, Mississippi, for repairs to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS HB1811

Appropriation; Town of Benoit for road improvement project.

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