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MS HB1767

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Otis Anthony

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $3,867,700 in state general obligation bonds to fund Bolivar County's Old Highway 61 Rehabilitation Project (Choctaw to Shaw segment)
  • Creates the "2026 Bolivar County Old Highway 61 Rehabilitation Project Fund" as a special fund within the State Treasury to receive and disburse bond proceeds
  • Bonds may mature up to 25 years from date of issue, with interest payable semiannually or annually, and are backed by the full faith and credit of Mississippi
  • Bonds and income from them are exempt from all Mississippi state taxation and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, and insurance companies
  • No bonds may be issued under this act after July 1, 2030, with the act taking effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Bolivar County with Old Highway 61 Rehabilitation Project.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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