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MS SB3007

Bill

Status

Failed

6/3/2020

Primary Sponsor

Juan Barnett

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of state general obligation bonds not to exceed $934,355.00 to assist Jasper County with leveling, asphalt, and shoulder work on six county roads (Roads 812, 2337, 52814, 14, 35, and 37).

  • Creates the "2020 Jasper County Road Improvement Fund" as a separate state treasury fund to receive bond proceeds and disburse funds for the specified road projects.

  • Grants the State Bond Commission authority to issue and sell bonds, determine sale method, prescribe bond terms, and manage all issuance procedures; bonds may not be issued after July 1, 2024.

  • Bonds are general obligations of Mississippi with full faith and credit pledging; principal and interest mature within 25 years and are exempt from state taxation.

  • Remaining funds after project completion shall be applied to pay debt service on the bonds; any investment earnings on the fund shall also be used for debt service.

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Jasper County in paying costs of repairs to certain county roads.

Last Action

Died In Committee

6/3/2020

Committee Referrals

Finance5/14/2020

Full Bill Text

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