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Mississippi House Bill HB4108
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4108

Introduced
2/25/26  
Refer
2/25/26  

Caption

Appropriation; Leake County for purchasing certain new equipment for constables of the county.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will have a direct positive impact on local law enforcement operations in Leake County. The appropriated funds are intended to improve transparency and accountability in policing through the use of body cameras, while the training will ensure that constables are proficient in utilizing the new technology. This investment in law enforcement resources reflects an acknowledgment of the need for enhanced public safety measures within the community.

Summary

House Bill 4108 proposes an appropriation of $35,000 to assist the Board of Supervisors of Leake County, Mississippi, in purchasing new equipment for the county's constables. This funding is specifically earmarked for essential law enforcement tools such as Axon Body Camera starter bundles and Taser 10 Certification Pro, along with the requisite training and certification for the use of this equipment for the upcoming fiscal year 2027. The bill seeks to enhance law enforcement capabilities within the county through the provision of modern technology and training.

Contention

There may be discussions regarding the allocation of state funds to support local law enforcement, particularly in the context of budget priorities and public sentiment about law enforcement practices. Although the bill is aimed at equipping constables with necessary tools, there may be debates about whether such appropriations should be prioritized in light of other fiscal responsibilities or social programs. As with many discussions surrounding law enforcement funding, public opinion on issues of accountability and police-community relations is likely to play a role in shaping viewpoints on this bill.

Latest MS HB4108 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1932

Appropriation; Lee County for purchasing six fire trucks.

MS HB1871

Appropriation; Town of Summit for purchasing equipment for police department.

MS HB634

Appropriation; Sunflower County for purchasing two vehicles for the sheriff's department.

MS HB1842

Appropriation; Town of Bude for purchasing public safety equipment for the town police department.

MS HB1683

Appropriation; Hinds County for purchasing body cameras and additional vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

MS SB3220

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Chickasaw County for the purchase of equipment and upgrades for the county fire departments.

MS SB3078

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Farmington for purchasing equipment and vehicles for the police department.

MS HB1930

Appropriation; Delta Advantage Center for purchasing a mobile market truck and related equipment.

MS HB988

Appropriation; Humphreys County for countywide emergency alert system.

MS HB979

Appropriation; Sharkey County for Sheriff's Department to replace vehicles and equipment and relocate the department to a new facility.

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