Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4001

Introduced

2/18/26

Refer

2/18/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

Appropriation; City of Petal for wastewater infrastructure improvements.

Impact

If enacted, HB4001 will have a direct positive influence on local environmental health and public utilities in Petal by ensuring that the city's wastewater systems meet operational needs. The improvements funded by this bill are intended to facilitate better service delivery and mitigate any potential public health risks associated with outdated or inadequate wastewater management systems.

Summary

House Bill 4001 is a legislative measure aimed at providing significant state funding to the City of Petal for vital improvements to its wastewater infrastructure. Specifically, the bill appropriates $1,200,000 to assist with costs related to the expansion and development of wastewater facilities, which are crucial for transporting wastewater to the City of Hattiesburg's sewer lagoon. This financial support reflects an effort to enhance the city’s capacity to manage wastewater, an essential aspect of urban infrastructure.

Contention

Discussion surrounding HB4001 may center on budgetary constraints and priorities within the state budget, as appropriations of this nature could impact funding for other essential services. Legislators may debate the implications of directing a sizable portion of state funds toward local infrastructure versus addressing pressing needs in other parts of the state. Additionally, there may be concerns from residents or advocacy groups regarding how effectively these funds will be utilized and monitored throughout the improvement project.

Latest MS HB4001 Activity

View All Events: MS 2026 Regular Session HB4001

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB934

Appropriation; City of Petal for wastewater infrastructure improvements.

MS SB2958

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Petal for improvements to wastewater infrastructure.

MS HB935

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Petal with wastewater infrastructure improvements.

MS SB3155

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Pelahatchie for improvements & repairs to its water & wastewater infrastructure.

MS HB1843

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for water and sewer infrastructure improvements.

MS HB690

Appropriation; City of Holly Springs for infrastructure improvements to be made by city's utility department.

MS SB2923

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for improvements to water and sewer infrastructure.

MS SB2112

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Brookhaven for certain infrastructure projects.

MS HB936

Appropriation; City of Petal to assist Petal Area Chamber of Commerce to purchase and renovate a building to house the chamber.

MS HB752

Appropriation; City of Jackson for renovations and infrastructure improvements Capitol Unit of Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi.

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