Mississippi House Bill HB1747

Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/22/23
• Refer: 2/22/23
• Failed: 2/22/23

Caption

Appropriation; Greene County for improvements to a segment of Old Highway 63.

Impact

The passage of HB1747 will have a direct impact on the infrastructure of Greene County, enhancing a crucial segment of Old Highway 63. These improvements are expected to not only facilitate better traffic flow but also contribute positively to local economic development by improving access and potentially attracting more visitors or commercial activities to the region. The bill utilizes funds from the State BP Settlement Fund, underscoring the need for judicious use of these resources for local improvement projects.

Summary

House Bill 1747 is an appropriation bill aimed at funding highway improvements in Greene County, Mississippi. Specifically, the bill authorizes a sum of $154,000 to assist the Board of Supervisors in overlaying and upgrading a segment of Old Highway 63. The segment in question begins at the Greene County/George County line and extends to its intersection with Dickerson Sawmill Road. This funding is designated for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2023, and concluding on June 30, 2024.

Contention

While no specific points of contention were noted in the provided discussions about HB1747, appropriation bills often generate varied opinions, particularly concerning the source of funding and the prioritization of infrastructure needs. Stakeholders may have different perspectives on whether the funding should be directed to this particular project or if it could be more beneficially allocated to other pressing infrastructure demands within the state.