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MS SB3057

Bill

Status

Failed

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Derrick Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue up to $500,000 in general obligation bonds to fund construction, development, and improvements on downtown green space associated with a new federal courthouse in Greenville, Mississippi.

  • Creates a special fund called the "2021 City of Greenville Downtown Green Space Fund" within the State Treasury to receive bond proceeds and disburse funds for the project.

  • Bonds may mature up to 25 years from issuance with interest rates not exceeding limits in Mississippi Code Section 75-17-101, and no bonds may be issued after July 1, 2025.

  • Pledges the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi to pay bond principal and interest, with any deficiency paid by the State Treasurer from general state funds.

  • Provides that bond income is exempt from all Mississippi taxation and bonds are legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, banks, and insurance companies in the state.

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Greenville in paying costs of improvements on the downtown green space.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Finance2/24/2021

Full Bill Text

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