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Mississippi Senate Bill SB2955
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2955

Introduced
2/10/26  
Refer
2/10/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Magee for the city police department for the acquisition of vehicles and equipment.

Impact

The bill's approval will directly impact the operational capabilities of the City of Magee's police department by providing critical funding for necessary vehicles and equipment. Such enhancements are intended to strengthen law enforcement efforts and improve the community's overall safety. The financial support through the bill could lead to more efficient policing and potentially reduce response times to incidents. This kind of funding underscores the state's commitment to local law enforcement agencies and their infrastructural needs.

Summary

Senate Bill 2955 proposes an appropriation amounting to $320,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Magee for its police department. The financial support is specifically designated for defraying costs related to the acquisition of vehicles and equipment essential for law enforcement operations during the fiscal year 2027, which begins on July 1, 2026, and concludes on June 30, 2027. This appropriation is aimed at enhancing the city's capacity to maintain public safety and effectively perform police duties.

Contention

While the bill appears to have a straightforward purpose of supporting local law enforcement, there may be discussions surrounding the allocation of state funds to municipal police departments. Concerns could arise regarding how funds are distributed among various cities and the criteria determining eligibility for such funding. As the legislative session progresses, debates may center on the adequacy of funding levels, the effectiveness of vehicle and equipment purchases, or how these resources translate into tangible benefits for public safety and community trust.

Latest MS SB2955 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3114

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Magee for the city police department for the acquisition of vehicles and equipment.

MS SB3240

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Morton for the purchase of police vehicles and certain equipment.

MS SB3136

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Magee for infrastructure repair.

MS SB3078

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

MS SB3160

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Smith County Sheriff's Department for the acquisition of a vehicle.

MS SB3109

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for law enforcement safety equipment.

MS SB2997

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Canton Municipal Police Department for equipment and training.

MS SB3092

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for purchase of a fire truck and fire safety equipment.

MS SB3234

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Monticello for City Hall and Police Department Annex repairs.

MS SB3226

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Charleston for the purchase of city utility vehicles.

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

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.