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Mississippi House Bill HB65
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB65

Introduced
1/7/26  
Refer
1/7/26  

Caption

Appropriation; Delta Health System for mammography equipment and replacing hospital infrastructure.

Impact

The appropriation outlined in HB 65 is significant for the Delta Health System as it addresses critical technology needs in medical imaging which can improve patient care by offering more advanced diagnostic options. The advanced mammography equipment, including a 3D digital mammography unit, is intended to enhance detection and diagnosis capabilities for breast cancer, thereby potentially increasing early detection rates in the community. Upgrading hospital infrastructure, particularly the boiler/chiller systems which create a stable environment for medical equipment, is also a crucial aspect that reflects the bill's focus on maintaining and enhancing healthcare quality in healthcare facilities.

Summary

House Bill 65 is a legislative proposal aimed at providing financial support to the Delta Health System in Greenville, Mississippi. The bill makes an appropriation of $831,000 from the State General Fund to assist with specific healthcare infrastructure improvements for the fiscal year 2027. This funding is intended for two primary purposes: procuring advanced mammography equipment and upgrading hospital infrastructure necessary to support this equipment. The bill specifies financial allocations for both initiatives, ensuring that the funds will be directed towards enhancing healthcare services in the region.

Contention

Discussion around HB 65 may involve considerations of funding priorities within the state budget, especially how the allocation of over $800,000 affects other funding requests from various sectors. Concerns might arise about the appropriateness of the funding size relative to the estimated healthcare needs and whether this investment will yield significant improvements in patient outcomes. Additionally, there may be discussions about the broader implications for healthcare access in the Delta region, an area historically noted for its healthcare disparities.

Latest MS HB65 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1779

Appropriation; Delta Health System for mammography equipment and replacing hospital infrastructure.

MS HB1930

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

MS HB500

Appropriation; City of Greenville for transportation infrastructure and sanitary sewer/water system infrastructure needs.

MS HB679

Appropriation: Holly Springs to assist Alliance Healthcare System with building a micro-hospital inside the system hospital's onsite clinic.

MS HB512

Appropriation; State Department of Health to support a medical residency program at Delta Regional Medical Center.

MS HB632

Appropriation; MS Delta Community College for addition to Allied Health/Nursing Building.

MS SB2952

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Washington County for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB2955

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Washington County for renovations and upgrades to the parking lot at Delta Health System.

MS SB2998

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for renovations and repairs to the Mid-Delta Regional Airport.

MS SB2923

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

Similar Bills

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MD SB282

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MD HB350

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MD SB319

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