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MS HB1675

Bill

Status

Failed

3/15/2022

Primary Sponsor

John Lamar

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes $80 million in general obligation bonds for capital improvements at Mississippi state agencies, including $36 million for Department of Public Safety headquarters replacement, $21.5 million for Department of Finance and Administration building renovations, $7.75 million for Department of Mental Health facilities, and $6 million for Department of Corrections repairs

  • Creates an additional $5 million bond fund for statewide repairs and renovations covering site improvements, roofing, environmental mitigation, ADA compliance, and furniture/equipment for state-owned facilities, universities, and community colleges

  • Bonds must be issued before July 1, 2026, with a maximum maturity of 25 years, and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi

  • Brings forward existing tax credit law (Section 27-7-22.41) allowing business enterprises to claim income tax, insurance premium tax, and ad valorem tax credits for contributions to eligible charitable organizations serving foster children, at-risk youth, and children with disabilities

  • Tax credits for charitable contributions are capped at $16 million annually for calendar year 2022 and beyond, with 50% allocated to child protection services organizations and 50% to educational services charitable organizations

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance for capital improvements for state agencies.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/15/2022

Committee Referrals

Finance2/24/2022
Ways and Means2/18/2022

Full Bill Text

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