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MS HB1423

Bill

Status

Failed

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Larry Byrd

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $495,000 in state general obligation bonds to assist Forrest County, Mississippi with bridge infrastructure projects

  • Creates the "2021 Forrest County Bridge Improvements Fund" within the State Treasury to hold and disburse bond proceeds

  • Funds designated specifically for repair and/or replacement of the bridge on Temple Road over Reese Creek and the bridge on Brooklyn-Janice Road over Chaney Branch Creek

  • Bonds must be issued by July 1, 2025 and mature within 25 years of issuance, with interest payable semiannually or annually

  • Bonds are tax-exempt general obligations of the state backed by Mississippi's full faith and credit, and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, and financial institutions

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Forrest County with repair/replacement of bridges.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/19/2021

Full Bill Text

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