Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3072

Introduced
2/18/25  
Refer
2/18/25  

Caption

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to La Pointe Krebs Foundation for Interpretive Center at La Pointe Krebs House.

Impact

The bill represents a financial commitment from the state to invest in cultural infrastructure, reflecting an acknowledgment of the importance of historical sites in heritage education. By providing substantial funding, the bill promotes state support for the arts and aims to attract tourists, thus potentially benefiting the local economy. The implications of this appropriation may lead communities to further advocate for state funding in similar projects, emphasizing the need for ongoing support for cultural preservation.

Summary

Senate Bill 3072 makes a specific appropriation of $1,260,000 to the La Pointe Krebs Foundation for the establishment of an interpretive center at the La Pointe Krebs House for the fiscal year 2026. This bill is aimed at supporting cultural and historical preservation efforts by providing necessary funding to facilitate the operation of the center. The La Pointe Krebs House is historically significant, and the interpretive center is expected to enhance public education about the site's history and cultural heritage.

Contention

While the appropriation is beneficial for cultural initiatives, discussions surrounding the bill may include debate on budget allocations amidst other pressing state funding needs. Some legislators or stakeholders may question whether this amount could be better allocated to other sectors such as education or healthcare. Additionally, concerns could arise regarding the management and administrative costs of the interpretive center, prompting questions about the effectiveness and transparency of funds used for such projects.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2940

Capital Expense Fund; FY2025 appropriation to DOH for MS Baptist Medical Center to establish a burn center or unit.

MS SB3132

Capital Expense Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Town of Friars Point for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB3120

Capital Expense Fund; FY2024 appropriation to MDOT for certain infrastructure expenses.

MS SB3096

Capital Expense Fund; FY2024 appropriation to Town of Friars Point for water and sewer improvement project.

MS SB3139

Capital Expense Fund; FY2025 appropriation to City of Greenville to build new community health center.

MS SB3073

Capital Expense Fund; FY2024 appropriation to City of Greenville to build new community health center.

MS SB3127

Capital Expense Fund; FY2024 appropriation to MDOT to the Southern Rail Commission to draw down federal transportation funds.

MS SB2943

Capital Expense Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Emergency Road and Bridge Repair Fund.

MS SB3068

Capital Expense Fund; FY2024 appropriation to Jackson County for construction of the Jackson County Blueway Connection.

MS SB2984

Jackson County & City of Pascagoula; extend repealer on LaPointe-Krebs Foundation, & authorize increased contribution.

Similar Bills

MD SB360

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2025)

MD HB350

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)