Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3377

Introduced

2/25/26

Refer

2/25/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE PINEY WOODS WATER ASSOCIATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE TO WATER LINES AND WATER ASSOCIATION INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The financial provisions of SB3377 are intended to address the ongoing needs of the Piney Woods Water Association, which plays a crucial role in the maintenance of water systems that serve its members. By allocating state funds specifically for infrastructure repairs, the bill reflects a recognition of the state's responsibility to support local water services and address infrastructure challenges, especially in regions that may have limited financial resources.

Summary

Senate Bill 3377 is an act designed to make a specific appropriation from the Mississippi State General Fund to the Piney Woods Water Association. The bill allocates $50,000 for repair and maintenance costs associated with water lines and the association's infrastructure. This financial commitment aims to support the organization's efforts in ensuring the delivery of water services to local communities, thereby underlining the importance of maintaining essential infrastructure.

Contention

While SB3377 appears to be a straightforward appropriation of funds, the discussions around it may touch upon broader themes of state responsibility towards local utility services and the adequacy of funding for such initiatives. Critics might raise concerns about whether this amount is sufficient to cover all necessary repairs or highlight the ongoing challenges faced by similar organizations statewide, pointing to a potential need for more systemic support for aging infrastructure.

Latest MS SB3377 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1348

Wastewater treatment and rural water associations; bring forward provisions related to.

MS HB722

Appropriation; Progress Community Water Association for costs of an automated water meter.

MS HB1828

Appropriation; Sunnyhill Water Association for constructing a new water well and making other improvements to the water system.

MS HB1909

Appropriation; Buffalo Water Association for replacing the water line across the Buffalo River.

MS SB3121

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Midway Community Water Association for improvements to its water system.

MS HB1185

Local municipal water authorities and water associations; authorize to bottle and sell certain water.

MS HB1088

Municipalities and counties; authorize to purchase water associations.

MS SB2274

Open Meetings Act; include rural water associations within the definition of public body.

MS HB1945

Appropriation; Hinds County for construction projects, road and water association improvements and public safety enhancements.

MS SB3150

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

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MD HB390

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MD HB0390

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MD HB350

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MD SB319

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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, 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.