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Mississippi Senate Bill SB3344
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3344

Introduced
2/24/26  
Refer
2/24/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for the purchase of a new fire truck and repairing & repaving its streets.

Impact

The financial support outlined in SB3344 is intended to bolster local governance by providing the necessary funds for critical public services. By ensuring that the Town of Oakland can replace outdated firefighting equipment and maintain its streets, the bill promotes public welfare and safety. The infrastructure improvements are particularly significant as they can contribute to higher property values, better emergency response times, and overall community welfare.

Summary

Senate Bill 3344 proposes an appropriation of $750,000 from the State General Fund to the Town of Oakland, Mississippi, specifically for the fiscal year 2027. The allocated funds are designated for two main projects: the purchase of a new fire truck, with a budget of $550,000, and for repairing and repaving town streets, which has been budgeted at $200,000. This investment is aimed at improving the community's fire response capabilities and enhancing local infrastructure, which are crucial for public safety and accessibility.

Contention

While the bill seems beneficial from a public safety perspective, discussions around funding local government projects can always be contentious. Some may argue about the prioritization of funds, questioning whether such significant appropriations are the best use of the State General Fund, especially in light of competing needs in other communities. Additionally, while not explicitly mentioned in the text, there could be broader implications regarding equitable distribution of state funds to different municipalities based on their needs and challenges.

Latest MS SB3344 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3207

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

MS SB3206

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for street improvements.

MS SB3199

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for two new water wells.

MS SB3261

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

MS SB3262

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Houlka for repairing and paving the town streets.

MS SB3205

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for park and walking track improvements.

MS SB2979

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

MS SB3200

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for water pump repairs or replacements.

MS SB3092

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

MS SB3102

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Ruleville for repaving, repairing, and improving Byron Street.

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 SB1161

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