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Mississippi Senate Bill SB2957
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2957

Introduced
2/10/26  
Refer
2/10/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Monticello for improvements to city facilities.

Impact

The passage of SB2957 is expected to positively impact the town's governance and public services by enhancing its infrastructure. By providing necessary funds for improvements, the bill supports Monticello’s efforts to create a central location for governance, law enforcement, and judicial proceedings. This centralized facility is intended not only to improve operational efficiency for local government bodies but also to provide better access to services for the citizens of Monticello.

Summary

Senate Bill 2957 is an appropriation bill designed to allocate funds specifically to the Town of Monticello, Mississippi. The bill earmarks a total of $80,000 from the State General Fund to cover expenses associated with improvements to a building that has been purchased for multiple civic purposes. These improvements aim to facilitate the building's use as a City Hall, a police department annex, and additional courtroom space for the town's judicial needs. This funding is set to apply for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

Contention

While the appropriations are largely seen as beneficial, there may be questions raised regarding the fiscal responsibility of allocating state funds in this manner. Stakeholders may debate whether the $80,000 allocation is justified compared to other funding needs across the state. Moreover, as with many bills that involve budget appropriations, discussions may arise about the transparency in how funds are utilized and whether such improvements align with other strategic priorities of the state government.

Latest MS SB2957 Activity

View All Events: MS 2026 Regular Session SB2957

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3234

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

MS SB3147

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Monticello, Mississippi, for improvements to a certain annex building.

MS SB3235

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Monticello for a new Pearl River retaining wall.

MS SB2113

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Monticello for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB3148

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Monticello, Mississippi, for construction of a retaining wall.

MS SB3097

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Duncan for road improvements.

MS SB3206

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for street improvements.

MS SB3227

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Webb, Mississippi, for certain building improvements.

MS SB3157

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Mize for improvements to its water system.

MS SB3179

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Webb for infrastructure improvements to town buildings.

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.