Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB459

Introduced
1/12/26  
Refer
1/12/26  

Caption

Appropriation; City of Byram for Barrington Drive Pipe Rehabilitation Project.

Impact

The passage of HB 459 indicates a focused effort by the Mississippi state government to address local infrastructure needs through state funding. Such appropriations can enhance the quality of life for residents by ensuring that vital services, like water and sewage systems, are maintained and improved. This legislative move is crucial given the increasing importance of infrastructural resilience in response to growing urban development and potentially challenging environmental conditions.

Summary

House Bill 459 is an act that appropriates a sum of $600,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to assist the governing authorities of the City of Byram. The funds are specifically designated for the costs associated with the Barrington Drive Pipe Rehabilitation Project in the Barrington Subdivision. This initiative is part of the fiscal budget for the year 2027, starting from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. It signifies the state's support and investment in local infrastructure improvements, which is essential for maintaining and upgrading public utilities.

Contention

While there were no specific noted points of contention regarding HB 459 in the discussed transcripts, the nature of appropriations in state legislation often invites scrutiny regarding the allocation of state funds. Stakeholders, including local constituents and various advocacy groups, may raise concerns on the effectiveness of the funding and whether such appropriations will meet the actual needs of the community or whether alternative solutions could be more beneficial.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1845

Appropriation; City of Byram for Barrington Drive Pipe Rehabilitation Project.

MS HB1846

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Byram with the city's Barrington Drive Pipe Rehabilitation Project.

MS HB1826

Appropriation; City of Byram for Alixandria Drive pipe replacement.

MS HB1889

Appropriation; City of Byram for repairing roads in certain subdivisions.

MS SB2935

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Byram for drainage projects.

MS HB1669

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Byram with Alixandria Drive pipe replacement.

MS SB3241

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for sewer rehabilitation.

MS HB1940

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

MS SB3172

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Drew for sewer system rehabilitation.

MS HB1928

Appropriation; Bolivar County for the Old Highway 61 Rehabilitation Project.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB390

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.