MS
Mississippi House Bill HB1804

Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1804

Introduced
3/15/23  
Refer
3/15/23  

Caption

Tunica County; authorize gaming fee distributed to county special fund to be expended for certain purposes.

Impact

The enactment of HB1804 would specifically channel funds from gaming revenue to education, which may help enhance the infrastructure for the local school district. The funds allocated for this purpose are intended to be contingent upon a memorandum of understanding between the Board of Supervisors and the school district, ensuring that the revenue is utilized effectively and for its intended educational purposes. This measure could improve the quality of school facilities, potentially leading to better educational outcomes.

Summary

House Bill 1804 aims to amend existing local and private laws related to Tunica County, Mississippi, specifically allowing the Board of Supervisors to allocate certain gaming revenues derived from sports pool wagering for the construction of a school within the Tunica County School District. The bill is a move to redirect part of the revenue generated through legalized gaming towards educational improvements in the area, reflecting a commitment to address regional educational needs.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding HB1804 may relate to the dependency on gaming revenues for educational financing. Critics may argue that relying on gaming activities for essential services like education can create an unstable funding environment that fluctuates based on the popularity of gaming. Additionally, discussions may arise over the appropriateness of using funds generated from gaming to finance educational projects, potentially leading to broader debates about the ethics of gaming and education funding in the community.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1511

Counties and cities; authorize publication of notice with county or city website or social media.

MS SB2832

County website; allow counties without local newspapers to publish certain notices on.

MS SB2492

Use tax; revise certain provisions regarding funds distributed to municipalities and counties for infrastructure purposes.

MS HB57

Lottery and gaming fees; revise distribution to State Highway Fund and Education Enhancement Fund.

MS HB1789

Tunica County Utility District; authorize to set its own rates for water and sewer services.

MS HB1701

Taxes, various; bring forwards sections of law authorizing and providing for distribution of revenue.

MS HB1214

Counties; authorize to only maintain electronic format of law books in county courtrooms and public county law libraries.

MS HB1149

Counties; authorize to only maintain electronic format of law books in county courtrooms and public county law libraries.

MS HB1357

Department of Agriculture; revise authority to spend certain funds.

MS SB2831

Public notice; provide counties and municipalities with alternatives to newspapers.

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