Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1842

Introduced
2/21/25  
Refer
2/21/25  

Caption

Appropriation; Town of Bude for purchasing public safety equipment for the town police department.

Impact

The appropriation, provided through the State General Fund, is designed to address the increasing needs of law enforcement in Bude, enabling the purchase of critical equipment that may otherwise be unaffordable. By investing in these resources, the bill aims to bolster the police department's operational readiness, thereby enhancing the overall safety of the community. This assistance is significant for small towns like Bude, which may struggle with budget constraints that limit their ability to provide adequate law enforcement resources.

Summary

House Bill 1842 is a proposed act appropriating funds to support the Town of Bude, Mississippi, specifically aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its police department. The bill allocates a total of $200,000, which will be utilized for the purchase of motor vehicles, cameras, and other necessary equipment intended to improve public safety and law enforcement effectiveness within the town. This funding is vital for local authorities as it directly influences their operational capacities and ability to ensure community safety.

Contention

While the bill presents a clear need for improved public safety infrastructure, discussions surrounding its funding may highlight broader concerns about local versus state government responsibilities. Critics might argue that reliance on state appropriations could impede local control over safety initiatives and funding, while proponents assert that such state support is necessary for ensuring even small towns can maintain essential public safety standards. Overall, the bill raises important questions about fiscal responsibility and prioritization in local governmental funding.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB4069

Appropriation; Town of Inverness for purchasing three vehicles for the police department.

MS HB4070

Appropriation; City of Moorhead for purchasing surveillance and electronic locking equipment for police department and city hall.

MS HB4071

Appropriation; City of Moorhead for purchasing four vehicles for the police department.

MS SB3020

Appropriation; Public Safety, Department of.

MS HB1567

Appropriation; Town of Bude for relocation and restoration of the Bude Depot and the depot caboose.

MS SB3178

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Town of Stonewall for the police department.

MS SB3012

Appropriation; Public Safety, Department of.

MS HB1756

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Town of Richton with equipment upgrades for town's police department.

MS HB1938

Appropriation; Town of Bolton for renovations of facilities of the police department.

MS HB1768

Appropriation; Town of Richton for making improvements and upgrades for the police department.

Similar Bills

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2025)

MD SB360

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2025)

MD HB200

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2024)

MD SB181

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2024)

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

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD HB300

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2023)