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MS HB1761

Bill

Status

Failed

3/27/2024

Primary Sponsor

Josh Hawkins

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of state general obligation bonds not to exceed $3,000,000 to assist Panola County, Mississippi with construction of new facilities and repairs, renovations, upgrades and improvements at the Panola County Airport.

  • Creates a special fund designated "2024 Panola County Airport Fund" within the State Treasury to receive bond proceeds and disburse funds for airport project costs.

  • Bonds mature within 25 years, bear interest at rates not exceeding limits in Mississippi Code Section 75-17-101, and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi.

  • Authorizes the State Bond Commission to determine bond terms including denomination, interest rates, maturity dates, and sale method through sealed bids or negotiated sale.

  • Prohibits bond issuance after July 1, 2028, and directs any remaining fund balance after project completion to pay debt service on issued bonds.

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Panola County with improvements at the Panola County Airport.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/27/2024

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/5/2024

Full Bill Text

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