Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3378

Introduced

2/25/26

Refer

2/25/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE TOWN OF PRENTISS, MISSISSIPPI, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH ROAD REPAIR AND RESURFACING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The bill's passage will have a significant positive impact on the local infrastructure of Prentiss, allowing for much-needed road repairs and resurfacing that can improve overall travel safety and accessibility. Improved road conditions often lead to enhanced economic activity due to better transportation networks, which can foster local business growth, attract new residents, and potentially increase property values. This measure demonstrates the state's proactive approach to addressing infrastructure challenges at the municipal level.

Summary

Senate Bill 3378 is a legislative act that makes a direct appropriation to the Town of Prentiss, Mississippi, aimed at funding road repair and resurfacing. The bill earmarks a total of $500,000 for this purpose, which is expected to cover costs associated with necessary infrastructure improvements for the upcoming fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2027. This financial support emphasizes the state's commitment to maintaining and enhancing local infrastructure, which is crucial for community development and safety.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on providing funds for local infrastructure improvements, discussions around state appropriations can often bring up questions of budget priorities. Some critics may argue that such appropriations could divert funding from other pressing state needs or that the amount allocated might not be sufficient to cover all necessary repairs. However, supporters contend that investing in road repair now can prevent more significant costs in the future associated with infrastructure decay.

Latest MS SB3378 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3141

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Ethel for repairing and resurfacing roads.

MS SB3119

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Bassfield for road repair and resurfacing.

MS SB2910

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for road repair and resurfacing.

MS SB3244

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Newton County for the paving and resurfacing of Ponderosa Road in Newton County.

MS SB3231

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

MS HB1940

Appropriation; Town of Duncan for costs of town's 2024 Road Rehabilitation Project.

MS HB1822

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

MS SB3230

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

MS SB3261

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

MS SB3262

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

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.