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MS HB285

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gene Newman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of up to $600,000 in state general obligation bonds to fund construction and installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Mississippi Highway 468 and Murray Drive in Pearl, Mississippi

  • Creates the "2026 City of Pearl-Mississippi Highway 468/Murray Drive Traffic Signal 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 and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi

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

  • 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 City of Pearl with installation of traffic signal at intersection of MS Highway 468 and Murray Drive.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/7/2026

Full Bill Text

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