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This bill requires the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to conduct an annual study and provide a legislative report focusing on public infrastructure conditions in the 20 counties with the highest poverty rates in the state. Specifically, the MDA will be mandated to identify infrastructure needs in these counties and report its findings to the Legislature by December 31 each year. Additionally, the bill requires the MDA to provide guidance and assistance to these counties in seeking financial resources like loans and grants from federal and state sources to help them improve their public infrastructure. This new requirement is being added to the existing list of powers and duties of the Mississippi Development Authority, which already includes tasks such as economic development, industry attraction, and business support. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to help address infrastructure challenges in Mississippi's most economically disadvantaged counties by providing targeted support and resources.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0378.xml