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MS HB693

Bill

Status

Failed

2/26/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Faulkner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue general obligation bonds not to exceed $500,000 to fund repair, renovation, and restoration costs for the Rosenwald School in Marshall County, Mississippi.

  • Creates a special fund called the "2025 Rosenwald School - Marshall County Repair and Renovation Fund" within the State Treasury to receive bond proceeds and disburse them for the specified project.

  • Bonds may mature up to 25 years from date of issue, bear interest at rates not exceeding limits set by Mississippi Code Section 75-17-101, and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi.

  • No bonds may be issued under this authority after July 1, 2029; any remaining fund balances after project completion shall be applied to pay bond debt service.

  • Bonds and income from them are exempt from Mississippi state taxation and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, and financial institutions in the state.

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist with repair and renovation of the Rosenwald School in Marshall County.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/26/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/15/2025

Full Bill Text

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