Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3225

Introduced

2/24/26

Refer

2/24/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE CITY OF MOSS POINT, MISSISSIPPI, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE STATE HIGHWAY 63 NATURAL GAS PIPELINE EXTENSION FROM MOSS POINT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The passage of SB3225 is anticipated to have a significant positive impact on local infrastructure in Moss Point, enabling the city to enhance its natural gas delivery systems. By extending the natural gas pipeline, the bill aims to support economic development in the area by potentially attracting businesses that rely on natural gas as an energy source. This type of investment is crucial for maintaining and upgrading local utility infrastructure, which in turn can foster community growth and stability.

Summary

Senate Bill 3225 proposes an appropriation of $2,000,000 to the City of Moss Point, Mississippi, to support costs associated with the extension of the State Highway 63 natural gas pipeline. The funding is designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This act outlines the process for the disbursement of funds by the State Treasurer upon the issuance of warrants by the State Fiscal Officer, thus ensuring transparency and proper management of the appropriated funds.

Contention

While SB3225 appears to offer essential funding for infrastructure development, there may be underlying contention regarding budget priorities and the allocation of state funds. Critics might argue that the prioritization of a specific city's needs could divert resources from other pressing state-wide infrastructure issues. Furthermore, discussions around environmental concerns related to natural gas extraction and transportation may arise, leading to debates about the sustainability of such projects in the long term.

Latest MS SB3225 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2047

Appropriation; Gulf Coast Restoration Funds to the Mississippi Development Authority.

MS SB3052

Appropriation; Gulf Coast Restoration Funds to the Mississippi Development Authority.

MS SB2005

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Cooperative Extension Service.

MS SB3006

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Cooperative Extension Service.

MS SB3185

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

MS SB3230

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for repairs to the former City Hall building.

MS SB2088

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to IHL for natural hair care school in Greenville, Mississippi.

MS SB3065

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of West Point for street paving.

MS SB3260

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pontotoc, Mississippi, for a new farmers market building.

MS SB2103

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Mississippi Development Authority for the Mississippi Golf Trail Project.

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.