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MS HB1459

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2015

Primary Sponsor

Kimberly Campbell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of state general obligation bonds not to exceed $1,500,000 to fund improvements to the Jackson Zoo and Livingston Park in Jackson, Mississippi
  • Creates a special "2015 Jackson Zoo/Livingston Park Improvements Fund" within the State Treasury to receive bond proceeds and disburse funds for construction, repair, renovation, and infrastructure improvements at both facilities
  • Bonds must be issued by July 1, 2019, with maturity dates not to exceed 25 years from issuance and interest rates subject to state limits
  • Pledges full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi to guarantee payment of principal and interest on the bonds
  • Bonds and income from bonds are exempt from Mississippi state taxation and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, banks, and insurance companies

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to provide funds for improvements to Jackson Zoo and Livingston Park.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2015

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/16/2015

Full Bill Text

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