Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3242

Introduced

2/24/26

Refer

2/24/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Mississippi Delta Community College for the purchase and equipping of vehicles.

Impact

The approval of SB3242 is expected to directly benefit law enforcement operations connected to the Mississippi Delta Community College. By ensuring that local law enforcement is equipped with adequate and modern vehicles, the bill supports enhancements in response times to incidents occurring on or near campus, thereby possibly improving overall safety for students and staff. The allocation aims to mitigate any existing gaps in resources that may hinder law enforcement effectiveness within that jurisdiction.

Summary

Senate Bill 3242 is an appropriation bill aimed at funding the purchase and equipping of law enforcement vehicles for the Mississippi Delta Community College. The act specifies an allocation of $158,683.06 from the State General Fund to cover these costs for the fiscal year 2027, which begins on July 1, 2026, and ends on June 30, 2027. This financial provision seeks to enhance the operational capability of law enforcement agencies within the community college framework, emphasizing the importance of safety and security in educational institutions.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on funding for law enforcement vehicles, discussions surrounding its passage may have touched on broader themes concerning public expenditure priorities. Stakeholders may debate the necessity of such appropriations at a time when budget constraints are prevalent, questioning whether these funds could be more effectively allocated to direct educational enhancements or other community services. Although specific points of contention were not captured in the available documentation, budgetary implications and the perceived need for enhanced law enforcement presence could both serve as focal areas for critique.

Latest MS SB3242 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3106

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

MS SB3226

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

MS SB3078

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

MS SB3207

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Bruce for purchasing a new fire truck.

MS SB3240

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

MS SB2979

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Lee County for the purchase of a fire truck.

MS SB3138

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Georgetown, Mississippi, for a fire station.

MS SB2902

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Mississippi School of the Arts for support staff.

MS SB2103

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Mississippi Development Authority for the Mississippi Golf Trail Project.

MS SB3212

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Bruce for purchasing land for the Bruce Police Department.

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

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.