Bill > HB1499

This bill establishes the Small Municipality Street and Infrastructure Improvement Pilot Program, which will be managed by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), a state agency. The program aims to help eligible small towns, defined as those with fewer than 10,000 residents, by providing financial assistance for projects like improving water and sewer systems, repaving streets, and other road enhancements. The MDA will award these funds competitively, meaning towns will need to apply and meet specific criteria to be considered, such as demonstrating a clear need for infrastructure improvements, having engineering plans ready, being able to contribute local matching funds, and potentially being located in rural or underserved areas. The bill also specifies that the funds can be used for engineering, design, planning, and construction costs directly related to these approved infrastructure projects, and the MDA will have the authority to create rules and require reports to ensure the program is administered effectively.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1499.xml