Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2979

Introduced

2/10/26

Refer

2/10/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Baldwyn to defray costs associated with refurbishing of a municipal building.

Impact

The passage of SB2979 is expected to have a positive effect on the local community by ensuring that both the fire station and polling precinct are adequately funded and maintained. This is particularly important for maintaining the readiness of emergency services and ensuring that the polling site can efficiently serve the public during elections. Such investments can enhance public trust in both city services and the electoral process.

Summary

Senate Bill 2979 is an act aimed at supporting the City of Baldwyn, Mississippi, through a financial appropriation designed to refurbish a municipal building that serves dual purposes: functioning as a fire station and acting as a polling precinct during elections. This bill allocates a total of $266,000 from the State General Fund specifically for the fiscal year 2027, which will assist the city in maintaining and upgrading critical public infrastructure that plays a significant role in both emergency services and civic duties.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its intent, discussions surrounding government appropriations often involve debates about the allocation of state funds and priorities. Some may argue whether the funding could be better utilized in other areas or expressed concerns regarding fiscal responsibility, especially in times of budget constraints. However, the specific nature of this appropriation to a municipality for essential services typically garners general support, focusing on community welfare and infrastructure sustainability.

Latest MS SB2979 Activity

View All Events: MS 2026 Regular Session SB2979

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2981

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Baldwin for repairs of a building used as a polling location.

MS SB3104

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Shelby for its municipal building improvement project.

MS SB3210

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Pontotoc for upgrading city parks and building pickleball courts.

MS SB3132

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Horn Lake for the American Legion Post 134 building.

MS SB3108

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for the construction of a public safety municipal complex.

MS SB3131

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Olive Branch for the American Legion Post 2022 building.

MS SB3230

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for repairs to the former City Hall building.

MS SB2117

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Village of Cary to pay the costs associated with the construction of a fire station.

MS SB3143

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Southaven for the repair, renovation and improvement of the VFW Post 10567 building.

MS SB3130

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Hernando for the repair, renovation and improvement of the VFW Post 7531 building.

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)

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PA SB280

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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.