Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3236

Introduced

2/24/26

Refer

2/24/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Indianola for the construction of a public safety municipal complex.

Impact

The bill is designed to address the needs for improved public safety facilities in Indianola, which may help in streamlining services provided by the emergency services and judicial system within the community. By supporting the construction of this municipal complex, SB3236 not only provides the necessary funds but also positions Indianola to potentially secure additional federal funds, thus maximizing the investment into local infrastructure. The anticipated outcomes include better service delivery and enhanced safety for residents.

Summary

Senate Bill 3236 is a legislative measure aimed at providing financial support to the City of Indianola for the construction of a public safety municipal complex. This facility will serve as a combined location for the city's fire station, police department, and municipal court, situated at the intersection of State Highway 82 and State Highway 49. With an appropriation of $2,000,000 from the State General Fund, the bill underscores the state's commitment to enhancing local infrastructure dedicated to public safety.

Contention

While there appears to be broad support for the notion of enhancing public safety through improved facilities, discussions surrounding the bill may include debates about the allocation of state funds and the prioritization of such projects. Observers may question whether these funds would be more effectively used in other areas of need, or if the benefits of this specific investment adequately align with the overall financial capability of the state. Furthermore, the bill's intent to leverage federal funding opens up discussions on dependency on external financial sources.

Latest MS SB3236 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3108

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

MS SB3107

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for parks and recreation safety.

MS SB3109

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

MS SB3092

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

MS SB3106

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for the purchase of public works vehicles.

MS SB3104

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

MS SB2944

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yazoo City for improvements to the 19th Street Park Recreation Complex.

MS SB3232

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Pickens, Mississippi, for construction of a pump station on Shady Lane.

MS SB3074

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Corinth for the Harper Road Infrastructure Project.

MS SB3135

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Mendenhall for field improvements and lighting upgrades for its city sports complex.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

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MD HB390

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MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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