MS
Mississippi Senate Bill SB3196

Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3196

Introduced
2/26/25  
Refer
2/26/25  

Caption

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Yalobusha County for improvements and equipment for the Velma Fire Department.

Impact

The funding provided by SB3196 is expected to significantly benefit the Velma Fire Department by allowing it to acquire necessary improvements and equipment. Such enhancements may contribute to better response times in emergencies and overall efficiency in firefighting efforts. The bill underscores the state's commitment to supporting local fire departments, which play a vital role in safeguarding communities.

Summary

Senate Bill 3196 seeks to allocate funds from the State General Fund to support improvements and equipment for the Velma Fire Department located in Yalobusha County. The bill proposes an appropriation of $25,000 for the fiscal year 2026, effective from July 1, 2025. This financial assistance is aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the fire department, which is crucial for ensuring public safety in the region.

Contention

While SB3196 presents a straightforward financial appropriation aimed at a specific county and department, discussions may arise around the allocation of state funds and whether similar support is extended to other fire departments across the state. Moreover, there could be debates on prioritizing fire departments in rural areas versus those in urban locations, potentially leading to comments on equitable funding distribution for public safety entities throughout Mississippi.

Latest SB3196 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3189

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to the Town of Lake for fire department equipment upgrades and improvements.

MS SB3196

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to the City of Paris for paving and street improvements.

MS SB3205

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Chickasaw County Historical and Genealogical Society for improvements to facilities.

MS SB3136

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to Lambert Volunteer Fire Department for new firehouse, fire engine and other equipment.

MS SB3185

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to the Newton County Sheriff's Department for facility improvements.

MS SB3080

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Lee County for tornado shelters at fire departments.

MS SB3175

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to the Morton Fire Department for upgrading equipment and offsetting vehicle expenses.

MS SB3191

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Lee County for a fire truck and fire infrastructure equipment.

MS SB3188

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Newton County for rural fire department expenses.

MS SB3199

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to the Town of Algoma for paving and street improvements.

Similar Bills

MD HB350

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MD SB360

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MD HB200

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MD SB181

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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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