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MS HB874

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bo Brown

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes up to $2,500,000 in state general obligation bonds to assist Jackson, Mississippi with Fire Station 5 improvements on North State Street

  • Funds will cover demolition of the existing Fire Station 5, construction and equipping of a new fire station, and acquisition of a large ladder truck

  • Limits bond issuance to no more than $850,000 in any single fiscal year, with all bonds to be issued before July 1, 2030

  • Creates the "2026 City of Jackson - Fire Station 5 Improvements Fund" as a special fund within the State Treasury to hold 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 Mississippi, with bond income exempt from state taxation

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Jackson with construction of a new Fire Station 5.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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