MS
Mississippi House Bill HB1781

Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1781

Introduced
2/22/23  
Refer
2/22/23  

Caption

Appropriation; Mantachie Volunteer Fire Department for maintaining an existing building and constructing a new building.

Impact

The impact of HB1781 on state laws is primarily financial, creating a designated fund from the State General Fund to support local emergency services. This funding is expected to improve the operational efficiency of the Mantachie Volunteer Fire Department, ultimately benefitting the safety and well-being of the local population. By investing in volunteer emergency services, the bill underscores the state's commitment to supporting community-based organizations that play a critical role in public safety.

Summary

House Bill 1781 is an appropriation bill focused on aiding the Mantachie Volunteer Fire Department in Mississippi. The bill allocates a total of $150,000 for the fiscal year 2024 to support various operational and infrastructural needs of the department. Specifically, the funds are designated for maintaining an existing building, constructing a new building, and purchasing essential equipment. This financial support aims to enhance the fire department's capabilities and improve its service to the community.

Contention

While there are no prominent points of contention mentioned in the documentation regarding HB1781, it is common for appropriations similar to this to garner varying opinions based on the prioritization of state funding. There may be discussions surrounding whether the allocated funds are sufficient or if additional appropriations for other departments are needed. However, since the documentation does not highlight opposition or debate regarding this bill, it may indicate general support for the initiative among lawmakers.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1082

Appropriation; Mantachie Volunteer Fire Department for maintaining an existing building and constructing a new building.

MS HB4032

Appropriation; Mantachie Volunteer Fire Department for adding a bay to the fire station.

MS HB1783

Appropriation; Itawamba County School District to construct and equip a new building for the agriculture program at Mantachie High School.

MS HB1995

Appropriation; Hinds County for constructing a building for a new fire station for the Byram Volunteer Fire Department in House District 66.

MS HB1886

Appropriation; Hinds County for constructing a building for a new fire station for the Byram Volunteer Fire Department in House District 66.

MS HB1900

Appropriation; Mooreville-Eggville Volunteer Fire Dept. for constructing a building to house fire trucks and equipment.

MS HB1883

Bond; authorize issuance to assist Hinds County with constructing building for a new fire station for Byram Volunteer Fire Department in House District 66.

MS HB887

Appropriation; DFA for costs of constructing a training facility for the Walls Volunteer Fire Department in DeSoto County.

MS HB1650

Appropriation; City of McComb for building and equipping a new fire station.

MS HB1649

Appropriation; DFA for costs of constructing a training facility for the Walls Volunteer Fire Department in DeSoto County.

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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.

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