Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1821

Introduced
2/3/26  
Refer
2/3/26  

Caption

Appropriation; DFA for funding the MS Legislative District Project Allocation Program.

Impact

The impact of HB1821 would significantly enhance the capacity of local governments to execute projects that cater to the specific needs of their communities. By securing this appropriation, the bill empowers the Department of Finance and Administration to distribute funds effectively within the state, which could lead to improved public services, infrastructure, and community projects, ultimately benefiting constituents across Mississippi. This support is crucial in a budgetary environment where local governments often face fiscal constraints and rely heavily on state funding.

Summary

House Bill 1821 is a legislative proposal aimed at allocating funds for the Mississippi Legislative District Project Allocation Program for the fiscal year 2027. The bill proposes an appropriation of $56,500,000, sourced from the State General Fund, to support various local initiatives under the jurisdiction of the Department of Finance and Administration. This move is intended to bolster state-level funding for projects deemed essential at the local government or district level, facilitating community development and infrastructure improvements.

Contention

Although specific contention surrounding HB1821 is not documented in the searched references, appropriations bills often face scrutiny regarding fiscal responsibility and prioritization. There could be debates over the distribution of funds, particularly concerning which projects should receive funding and the accountability of spending. Stakeholders in local districts may have differing views on the urgency and importance of various projects that could be proposed under this framework.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3189

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Union School District for workforce development projects and certain programs.

MS HB1813

Appropriation; MDA for MS Main Street Revitalization Grant Program Projects.

MS HB1709

Appropriation; City of Carthage for programs and projects for police department.

MS HB33

Appropriation; employment security for funding summer youth employment programs.

MS HB213

Appropriation; Employment Security for funding Summer Youth Employment Programs.

MS HB1852

Appropriation; Department of Employment Security for funding the MS Connecting Career Technical Education Employability Program.

MS HB35

Appropriation; Legislative expenses.

MS HB523

Appropriation; reappropriate funds to Mississippi Development Authority for MS Main Street Revitalization Grant Program projects.

MS HB8

Appropriation; Monroe County for costs of certain road improvement projects in District 5.

MS HB173

Appropriation; Lee and Monroe counties for funding The National Resource Camp pilot program.

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

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 SB280

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 SB1161

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; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments 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.