Bonds; authorize issuance to assist Town of Byhalia with infrastructure improvements.
HB 1353 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds for infrastructure improvements in the Town of Byhalia. The bill directly affects Byhalia by enabling it to cover costs for projects like roads or utilities, with Mississippi taxpayers ultimately responsible for repaying the bonds using state funds. Key provisions include the State Bond Commission managing the bond issuance and sale, and the bond proceeds being deposited into a special fund exclusively for Byhalia's infrastructure needs. The bill does not create new taxes but relies on the state's full credit to secure repayment.
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 19, 2026
Last action Feb 25, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026
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Referred To Ways and Means
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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