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MS HB1347

Bill

Status

Failed

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Robert Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $5,500,000 in state general obligation bonds to fund indoor hydroponic facility construction and equipment costs

  • Creates the "2021 Hydroponic Facilities Project Fund" within the State Treasury, with unexpended amounts carrying over between fiscal years

  • Eligible projects must be located in counties with population under 10,000, where at least 80% of residents are African-American and at least 30% live at or below the federal poverty level

  • Projects must begin construction by January 1, 2022, and create at least 30 direct jobs and 20 indirect jobs by July 1, 2022

  • Bonds mature within 25 years, cannot be issued after July 1, 2025, and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist enterprises operating certain hydroponic facilities.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/4/2021

Full Bill Text

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