Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2921

Introduced
1/25/23  
Refer
1/25/23  

Caption

General Funds; FY2024 appropriation to City of McComb for building and equipping fire station.

Impact

By providing these funds, the bill is expected to significantly improve the fire response capabilities in McComb. The establishment of a new fire station will enhance emergency services not just for residential areas but also for industrial and airport operations, potentially reducing response times and ensuring better safety for local communities and businesses operating within these areas.

Summary

Senate Bill 2921 is a legislative act that appropriates $4,000,000 from the Mississippi State General Fund to the City of McComb. This funding will be used for the construction and equipping of a fire station that will serve the South McComb area, Gateway Industrial Park, and the McComb/Pike County Airport during the fiscal year 2024. The bill aims to enhance local emergency services and improve public safety infrastructure in this region.

Contention

While the exact discussions around SB2921 may not be thoroughly documented, appropriations bills can often generate debate regarding budget allocations. Some members may question whether $4,000,000 is sufficient or excessive for the purposes laid out, and there could be discussions about prioritizing funding between various municipal services. Nevertheless, supporting such infrastructure investments is generally viewed positively in the context of public safety.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1650

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

MS SB2971

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of McComb for constructing and equipping a new fire station.

MS SB2934

General Funds; FY2024 appropriation to City of Gluckstadt for construction of municipal court building and police station.

MS SB2172

General Funds; FY2024 appropriation to South Pike School District for renovations to its school buildings.

MS HB1915

Appropriation; City of McComb for constructing new fire station and purchasing a new fire truck.

MS HB79

Appropriation; City of McComb for constructing new fire station and purchasing a new fire truck.

MS SB2361

General Funds; FY2023 appropriation to South Pike School District for renovations to its school buildings.

MS SB2946

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to City of Saltillo to construct a new fire station.

MS SB2983

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to City of Tupelo for infrastructure projects at Fire Station No. 5.

MS SB2446

Appropriations; revise certain transfers, fund authority, and FY2023 appropriations.

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)