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MS HB400

Bill

Status

Failed

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $2,500,000 in state general obligation bonds to assist the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority in purchasing special fire service equipment for combating aeronautical incidents

  • Creates the "2021 Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Fire Service Equipment Fund" within the State Treasury to hold bond proceeds, with funds also covering costs of housing equipment at Hawkins Field in Jackson

  • Bonds must be issued by July 1, 2025, with a maximum maturity of 25 years from the date of issue

  • Bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi and are exempt from all state taxation

  • State Bond Commission serves as issuing agent with authority to determine bond terms, sale method, and pricing

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority with purchasing fire service equipment.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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