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MS SB2734

Bill

Status

Passed

3/14/2023

Primary Sponsor

Angela Burks Hill

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 19-11-27 to add exemptions allowing county boards of supervisors to expend federal funds during the final year of their term of office.

  • Adds exemption for projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and any matching funds required under ARPA.

  • Requires unanimous board vote to approve contracts, leases, or lease-purchase contracts executed during the final term, with a statement declaring the award essential to county government efficiency and economy.

  • Maintains existing exemptions for projects receiving funds from the Local System Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program, Emergency Road and Bridge Repair Fund, 2018 Transportation and Infrastructure Improvement Fund, and Gulf Coast Restoration Fund.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

Legislative Description

County boards of supervisors; permit to expend federal funds during the last term of office of such board.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/14/2023

Committee Referrals

County Affairs2/7/2023
County Affairs1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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