MS
Mississippi House Bill HB636

Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB636

Introduced
1/16/23  
Refer
1/16/23  

Caption

Appropriation; City of Starkville for making Northside Drive drainage improvements.

Impact

The passage of HB 636 is significant for local governance as it represents a direct funding intervention from the state for municipal infrastructure improvements. It highlights the state’s role in supporting local projects, particularly those aimed at enhancing public safety and community welfare. Local government officials and stakeholders are likely to perceive the bill positively, viewing it as an essential investment in community resources that addresses drainage and potential flooding concerns, which can have broader implications for the local economy and public health.

Summary

House Bill 636 aims to make an appropriation to the City of Starkville, Mississippi, specifically intended for assisting the city in covering costs related to the construction of a paved drainage channel and other improvements around Northside Drive. The bill designates $385,784.75 to be funded from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2024, commencing on July 1, 2023, and concluding on June 30, 2024. The financial support aims to alleviate potential flooding issues and enhance local infrastructure in the specified areas of the city.

Contention

While the summary does not outline any specific points of contention arising from discussions surrounding HB 636, similar appropriations often face scrutiny regarding how funds are allocated and the prioritization of projects. Stakeholders might debate the effectiveness of such funding initiatives and whether the resources are sufficient to meet the city's actual needs. Additionally, attention may be drawn to the accountability mechanisms in place for ensuring that the allocated funds are used effectively for their intended purpose.

Latest HB636 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB228

Appropriation; City of Starkville for making Northside Drive drainage improvements.

MS HB637

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Starkville with certain drainage projects.

MS HB227

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Starkville with certain drainage projects.

MS HB638

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Starkville with drainage improvements.

MS HB222

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Starkville with drainage improvements.

MS HB1556

Appropriation; Jefferson County for replacing culverts and making other drainage improvements.

MS HB873

Appropriation; City of Natchez for Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.

MS HB433

Appropriation; City of Baldwyn for drainage improvement project.

MS HB552

Appropriation; City of Natchez for Concord Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.

MS HB1253

Appropriation; City of Iuka for paving and making improvements to city roads.

Similar Bills

MD SB360

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MD HB350

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MD SB181

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MD HB200

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PA HB611

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, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

MD HB350

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MD SB319

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MD HB300

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