Bill > HB845

This bill appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the City of Olive Branch for land acquisition and engineering services related to improvements to Mississippi Highway 305 during the fiscal year 2025-2026. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer through warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer upon proper requisition, following standard legal procedures for state fund allocation. The bill specifies that the appropriation is intended to help the city cover costs associated with preliminary work for highway improvements, such as purchasing land and conducting engineering studies. The legislation will become effective on July 1, 2025, which marks the beginning of the fiscal year for which the funds are designated. This type of bill is a common mechanism for state legislatures to provide targeted financial support to local governments for specific infrastructure projects.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0845.xml