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MS SB3080

Bill

Status

Failed

2/27/2019

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Blackmon

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Origin

Senate

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue up to $800,000 in general obligation bonds to assist the City of Carthage, Mississippi with renovation costs of Lincoln Park.

  • Creates a special fund designated "2019 City of Carthage Lincoln Park Renovation Fund" within the State Treasury to receive bond proceeds and disburse funds for the project under the Department of Finance and Administration's discretion.

  • Bonds may be issued at any time before July 1, 2023, with a maturity not exceeding 25 years from the date of issue and interest rates complying with Mississippi Code Section 75-17-101.

  • Pledges the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi to guarantee payment of bond principal and interest; any shortfall will be paid from the State Treasury.

  • Bonds are exempt from Mississippi state taxation and constitute legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, banks, and insurance companies in the state.

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance in amount of $800,000.00 to assist City of Carthage in renovation of Lincoln Park.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/27/2019

Committee Referrals

Finance2/21/2019

Full Bill Text

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