Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3329

Introduced

2/24/26

Refer

2/24/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Quitman County for renovations, repairs and improvements to the county courthouse.

Impact

With this bill, state laws surrounding county funding and infrastructure improvements will be reinforced, enabling local governments to maintain and upgrade critical public services. The approved budget directly supports the county's objectives to enhance civic facilities, potentially leading to better service delivery for residents. By allocating state funds for courthouse improvements, the legislation aims to bolster the operational capacity of the county, reflecting the state's commitment to support local economies through targeted financial assistance.

Summary

Senate Bill 3329 proposes an appropriation of $975,000 from the State General Fund to Quitman County aimed at covering expenses related to the renovations, repairs, and improvements of the county courthouse for the fiscal year 2027. This funding initiative is designed to support local government infrastructure by providing necessary financial resources for vital public facilities, ensuring they remain functional and accessible for community use. The need for substantial renovations indicates ongoing investment in the county's public assets and the enhancement of local governmental operations.

Contention

There may be considerations and discussions around the adequacy of state appropriations, particularly regarding whether $975,000 sufficiently addresses the needs for comprehensive renovations of the courthouse. Opponents could argue about the allocation of funds and if better investment strategies should be adopted. Questions around transparency in the use of these funds, as well as prioritization in funding similar projects across other counties, may also arise, sparking a debate over equitable resource distribution within the state's fiscal policies.

Latest MS SB3329 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2094

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Humphreys County for repairs to the county courthouse.

MS SB3112

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Holmes County for improvements to the circuit court courthouse.

MS SB3246

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Scott County for ADA improvements to the county courthouse and county owned voting precincts.

MS SB3171

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for road and sewer projects.

MS SB3182

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for tourism development.

MS HB983

Appropriation; Sharkey County for making repairs and improvements to the County Courthouse.

MS SB3098

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Mound Bayou for repairs, renovations, and improvements to its water system.

MS SB3176

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for jail construction.

MS SB2972

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Carroll County for the improvement, restoration and updating of the county courthouse.

MS HB689

Appropriation; Marshall County for repair and renovation of the courthouse.

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.