Bill > HB1869

This bill provides a $200,000 appropriation from the State General Fund to four volunteer fire departments in Supervisors District 4 of Winston County, Mississippi, for the fiscal year 2026. Specifically, each of the following fire departments will receive $50,000: Betheden Volunteer Fire Department, East Winston Volunteer Fire Department, Highpoint Volunteer Fire Department, and Louisville Fire Department. The funds are designated to assist with purchasing new fire trucks, improving training facilities, acquiring thermal imaging cameras, and replacing outdated equipment. The State Treasurer will disburse the funds through warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer upon proper requisition, and the appropriation will take effect on July 1, 2025. This targeted funding aims to support and enhance the capabilities of local fire departments in this specific district by providing resources for critical equipment and infrastructure improvements.