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Mississippi Senate Bill SB2934
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2934

Introduced
2/10/26  
Refer
2/10/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to MDA for the Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Grant Program.

Impact

The allocation provided by SB2934 is significant for small municipalities and counties, as it can empower them to undertake developmental projects that may otherwise be financially unfeasible. By directing state funds into local projects, the bill aims to foster economic growth and improve infrastructure in areas that often struggle for investment. This initiative is particularly vital for smaller communities that may face unique challenges compared to larger urban areas in terms of accessing capital and resources.

Summary

Senate Bill 2934 is an appropriations bill aimed at funding the Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Grant Program in Mississippi. The bill allocates $1,000,000 from the Capital Expense Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority for the fiscal year 2027. This funding is intended to assist small municipalities and counties with limited populations, ensuring they have the financial resources necessary to support essential projects within their jurisdictions.

Contention

While the bill is generally supportive of enhancing local development, there may be discussions around the adequacy and sufficiency of the funding provided. Critics might argue that $1,000,000 is insufficient to tackle the broader economic and infrastructural needs of many small municipalities and counties. Moreover, there could be debates regarding the governance of the Mississippi Development Authority and how effectively it can administer these funds to ensure they reach the intended recipients without bureaucratic delay or mismanagement.

Latest MS SB2934 Activity

View All Events: MS 2026 Regular Session SB2934

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2857

Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Fund; increase grant amount that may be awarded by MDA.

MS HB1460

Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Fund; increase grant amounts awarded from.

MS SB2136

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to MDA for the West Central Mississippi Incubator Grant Program.

MS SB2916

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to MDE for the Mississippi Dyslexia Education Funding Grant Program.

MS SB3082

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Sunflower-Humphreys Counties Progress for the construction of an emergency storm shelter.

MS SB2093

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo County for Dream Innovations, Incorporated, programs.

MS SB2095

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Dream Innovations, Inc., for matching funds for grant award.

MS SB3073

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Administrative Office of Courts for the CASA Capacity Growth Program.

MS SB3189

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

MS SB2922

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Greenville for repair, renovation, and improvement of small sewer mini-systems.

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.