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MS SB3021
Bill
Status
2/24/2021
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Blackmon
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AI Summary
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Increases state general obligation bonds authorized for Tougaloo College Research Development Foundation from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 for restoration and renovation of the historic Tougaloo College site where Freedom Riders took refuge.
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Funds will be disbursed from the 2018 Transportation and Infrastructure Improvements Fund, which consists of separate allocations for transportation and infrastructure projects across multiple Mississippi counties and municipalities.
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The bill amends Section 27-104-301 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to effectuate the bond authorization increase.
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The 2018 fund distributes approximately $70+ million in total allocations to various projects statewide, including highway improvements, bridge repairs, water system upgrades, and economic development infrastructure.
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Takes effect upon passage.
Legislative Description
Bonds; increase authorized issuance to assist in paying costs of restoration of historic Tougaloo College Freedom Riders site.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/24/2021