Mississippi Senate Bill SB2987

Mississippi 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/3/22
• Refer: 2/3/22
• Failed: 2/23/22

Caption

Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds; FY2023 appropriation to the Town of Sumner for wastewater lagoon upgrade.

Impact

The passage of SB2987 is expected to positively impact the community by enhancing public health and environmental standards through improved wastewater management. By bringing the lagoon into compliance with regulatory standards, the town can mitigate potential environmental hazards associated with wastewater discharge. Moreover, the funding is essential for the Town of Sumner, which may not have had adequate financial resources to undertake such a significant upgrade independently.

Summary

Senate Bill 2987 is an act that appropriates funds from the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund to the Town of Sumner, specifically aimed at upgrading its wastewater lagoon. The bill allocates a total of $3,800,000 to ensure that the lagoon complies with current NPDES discharge permit limits for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The funding is a part of the broader state response to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing necessary support for local infrastructure improvements.

Contention

While there are no specific points of contention reported related to SB2987 in the available discussions, general concerns may arise regarding the allocation of state funds to individual towns versus broader statewide initiatives. It is crucial for legislators to ensure that such appropriations are seen as fair and necessary, particularly in a context where other towns may have competing needs. Discussions around COVID-19 funding often evoke debates on the equitable distribution of resources across different municipalities.