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MS HB171

Bill

Status

Failed

2/23/2022

Primary Sponsor

Jon Lancaster

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $741,000 in state general obligation bonds to assist the Town of Woodland, Mississippi, with construction and development of a park and related facilities, equipment, and infrastructure

  • Creates the "2022 Town of Woodland Park Fund" within the State Treasury to hold bond proceeds, with the Department of Finance and Administration authorized to disburse funds for the project

  • Bonds must be issued by July 1, 2026 and mature within 25 years from date of issue, with interest rates subject to limits in Mississippi Code Section 75-17-101

  • Pledges the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi for bond repayment, with the State Treasurer authorized to pay from any available funds if appropriations are insufficient

  • Bonds and income from them are exempt from all state taxation and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, savings banks, trust companies, and insurance companies

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Town of Woodland with construction of a park.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/23/2022

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/4/2022

Full Bill Text

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