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MS SB2889

Bill

Status

Failed

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Jason Barrett

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $12,075,000 in state general obligation bonds to fund infrastructure projects in the City of Brookhaven, Mississippi

  • Creates the "2021 City of Brookhaven Projects Fund" in the State Treasury to hold and disburse bond proceeds

  • Funds allocated for specific projects including: Brookway Boulevard reconstruction ($5.5 million), I-55 roundabout improvements ($3.5 million), new sewer interceptor line ($900,000), wastewater treatment plant sludge disposal ($800,000), I-55 J-turn ramp improvements ($500,000), Brignall Well water system improvements ($450,000), new animal shelter ($200,000), traffic study ($125,000), and lagoon improvements ($100,000)

  • Bonds must be issued before July 1, 2025, with a maximum maturity of 25 years, and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi

  • Bond income is exempt from all Mississippi state taxation

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Brookhaven in paying costs of various projects.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Finance2/3/2021

Full Bill Text

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