Mississippi Senate Bill SB3142

Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/25/24
• Refer: 3/25/24
• Failed: 3/27/24

Caption

Capital Expense Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Town of Coahoma and Coahoma County for water and sewer projects.

Impact

The passage of SB3142 is expected to have a meaningful impact on the water and sewage infrastructure of the involved areas, potentially improving public health and sanitation standards. Effective water and sewage systems are crucial to the wellbeing of communities, and this appropriation aims to ensure that the residents of Coahoma and its surrounding areas have access to reliable and safe services. This legislative move addresses the pressing need for upgrades in aging infrastructure which has often been a critical issue in many Mississippi counties.

Summary

Senate Bill 3142 is an act that makes a substantial appropriation aimed at enhancing the water and sewer systems of the Town of Coahoma and Coahoma County in Mississippi. The bill specifically allocates $1,000,000 for the town's water and sewer improvements and an additional $9,500,000 for the Moon Lake Sewer Project. This funding is sourced from the Capital Expense Fund and marks a significant investment in public infrastructure for the fiscal year 2025, which begins on July 1, 2024.

Contention

While the bill is poised to deliver important improvements, it may also involve discussions around fiscal responsibility and prioritization of state funds. Critics may argue that appropriating such large sums could divert resources from other pressing needs within the state or that future maintenance of these upgraded systems could impose additional costs on taxpayers. However, supporters of the bill claim that such investments are vital for long-term sustainability and economic development in the region.