Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3333

Introduced
2/24/26  
Refer
2/24/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Quitman County for the purchase of a landfill located at 4680 Hood Road.

Impact

The passage of SB3333 could significantly impact local environmental management strategies in Quitman County. By facilitating the acquisition of the landfill, the bill aims to enhance waste disposal capabilities, which may lead to improved public health outcomes and sanitation services in the area. However, the introduction of a new landfill site also raises potential environmental concerns, particularly regarding the effects that such facilities can have on local ecosystems and residents’ quality of life. The state funding represents a commitment to addressing waste management in alignment with community needs.

Summary

Senate Bill 3333 proposes an appropriation of $400,000 from the State General Fund to Quitman County, specifically for the purchase of a 56.4-acre landfill located at 4680 Hood Road in Marks, Mississippi. This act is intended to support local waste management efforts by ensuring the availability of land for landfill operations, which are crucial for managing waste efficiently and in an environmentally sound manner. The funding is designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, indicating a planned and structured approach for the financial support of this initiative.

Contention

While the bill aims to address practical waste disposal needs, it may face scrutiny regarding environmental safety and community health tensions. Opponents might express concerns about the environmental impacts of establishing a new landfill and the long-term sustainability of landfill usage, as well as the potential for adverse effects on local populations. Debates may also center around the financial prioritization of such projects within the state budget, questioning whether these funds could be better utilized in other public health or environmental initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3175

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for the purpose of road paving machinery.

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 SB3176

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

MS SB3177

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for a headquarters for the National Rythm and Blues Hall Of Fame.

MS SB2979

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

MS SB3216

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for purchase of garbage cans.

MS SB3207

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

MS SB3214

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Calhoun County for purchasing a garbage truck to transport county solid waste.

MS SB3152

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Simpson County for road repair.

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.