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MS HB997

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Larry Byrd

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum county eligibility under the Rural Fire Truck Acquisition Assistance Program from $1,010,000 to $1,100,000 by adding a 16th truck to the program
  • Adds one additional fire truck per eligibility tier at the $90,000 funding level, raising the maximum trucks from 15 to 16 for counties that have not previously participated
  • Funding structure remains tiered: up to $50,000 per truck for the first 6 trucks, up to $70,000 for trucks 7-11, and up to $90,000 for trucks 12-16
  • Fire trucks must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1900 series standards and receive approval from the Rural Fire Truck Review Committee
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Rural Fire Truck Acquisition Assistance Program; authorize an additional round for counties and municipalities.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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