General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to DFA to assist the West Jackson County Utility District with the construction of a water tank.
Impact
The approval of SB2972 would facilitate the construction of a critical water infrastructure project within the West Jackson County area. This investment aims to improve the water supply system, which is essential for the residents and businesses in the utility district. By backing local utility projects, the state is promoting sustainable development and ensuring that community needs are met effectively.
Summary
Senate Bill 2972 aims to make an appropriation of $500,000 from the State General Fund to assist the West Jackson County Utility District with costs associated with constructing a water tank. This financial support is intended for the fiscal year 2025, specifically for expenses related to the construction project. The bill underscores the commitment of the state to provide necessary infrastructure funding that directly impacts local communities and enhances water service availability.
Contention
While the details of the discussions and potential points of contention regarding this specific bill are not elaborated in the available documents, funding appropriations such as these often raise questions about budget priorities, the allocation of state funds, and the long-term sustainability of such projects. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on whether such expenditures are justified, especially in the context of potential competing needs within the state budget.
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.