Maddy summaryHB 1653 revises which specific local projects receive funding from two existing state funds: the 2024 Local Improvements Projects Fund and the 2022 IHL Capital Improvements Fund. The bill amends several sections to adjust the project descriptions and funding amounts for various infrastructure, public safety, and facility improvements across Mississippi counties. For example, it specifies funding for projects like courthouse repairs in Chickasaw and Lee Counties, water infrastructure upgrades in Columbus, fire department equipment, and airport improvements in Panola County. The changes affect local governments, school districts, and public agencies by modifying how monies from these established funds are allocated to approved projects.
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Maddy summaryHB 1839 authorizes the City of Natchez and Adams County to annually contribute funds to Natchez, Inc., a nonprofit focused on economic development. Specifically, the city must contribute at least $100,000 per year, and Adams County must contribute at least $165,000 per year. These contributions are intended to support the nonprofit's economic development activities in the region. The bill expires on July 1, 2030, and takes effect immediately upon passage.
Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $34,822,884 from general funds and $10,179,931 from special funds to cover the Attorney General's office expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It specifically restricts "Personal Services" funds (covering salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) to a total of $31,891,779, with strict limits on using these funds for new hires, vacancies, or promotions. The bill requires compliance with Mississippi’s Variable Compensation Plan and prohibits using these funds to replace federal money or violate IRS reporting rules. It directly affects the Attorney General’s office budget and staffing decisions, including maintaining authorized headcounts (91 permanent, 209 time-limited positions).
Maddy summaryHB 1648 is a procedural bill that moves existing Mississippi budget code sections (27-103-125, 27-103-139, 27-103-203, 27-103-211, 27-103-213, and 27-103-303) to new positions in the code for potential future amendment. It also directs the State Fiscal Officer to transfer funds to the Capital Expense Fund during fiscal year 2027. The bill does not change existing budget rules or create new policies - it merely reorganizes current language and specifies one fund transfer. This affects state agencies and the State Fiscal Officer, who must implement the FY2027 fund transfer as directed.
Maddy summaryHB 1752 removes a provision requiring Mississippi's state court judges' salaries to automatically adjust every four years based on recommendations from the State Personnel Board. This change affects all state court judges, including Supreme Court justices, Court of Appeals judges, and chancery/circuit court judges. The bill deletes the mechanism that tied future salary increases to the Personnel Board's four-year review process, shifting how salary adjustments would be determined. Current salary levels (e.g., $181,491 for Supreme Court Chief Justice as of 2023) remain unchanged, but future increases would no longer follow this automatic review cycle. The legislation does not alter current salary amounts or funding sources.
Maddy summaryHB 1931 is a budget bill that allocates funding for Mississippi's judicial branch for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It provides $6.77 million for the Supreme Court (including its clerk and law library), $39.88 million for special/chancery/circuit judges, and $17.60 million for the Administrative Office of Courts. The bill also allocates $22 million for certified court reporters, bar admissions, and support staff (capping at $130,000 per judge annually). It sets headcount limits (e.g., 60 permanent Supreme Court positions) and specifies that funds must be used strictly for authorized personnel and operations, with no transfer to other categories. This is a routine appropriations measure, not a policy change.
Maddy summaryHB 1651 prohibits Mississippi state agencies from spending funds on personal or professional services from private companies unless they first certify those services aren't available through another state agency at no cost. It requires the Department of Finance and Administration to maintain a "shared services inventory" listing available state agency capabilities. The bill creates a Shared Human Resources Program under the State Personnel Board to serve agencies with fewer than 30 employees, and designates the Department of Finance and Administration as the accounting and procurement department for those same small agencies. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryHB 1928 is a funding bill that allocates $24.8 million from Mississippi's State General Fund for legislative operations during fiscal year 2027. It covers salaries, travel, and daily allowances for House and Senate members ($7.02 million total), contingent funds for both chambers ($17.43 million total), and expenses for joint committees including the Budget Committee ($5.8 million) and Performance Evaluation Committee ($2.99 million). The bill also includes specific provisions requiring detailed financial reporting for the Reapportionment Committee, restricting out-of-state travel without committee approval, and directing preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. This bill directly affects all legislative staff, committees, and state agencies receiving these appropriations.
Maddy summaryHB 1929 allocates $21.2 million in state funds for the 2027 fiscal year to cover the administrative costs and building maintenance of Mississippi's Public Employees' Retirement System. Specifically, $12.99 million is designated for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for staff), with strict limits preventing increases in total personnel costs without legislative approval. The bill requires that "Vacancy Funding" ($823,007) be used *only* to fill unfilled positions from the previous year, not for salary raises or promotions of current employees. This funding mechanism directly affects retirement system staff and their operational budget, ensuring expenses stay within the approved appropriation.
Maddy summaryHB 1939 provides additional state funding from capital expense funds for specific projects across several state agencies. It allocates $3.5 million for the Department of Public Safety’s new headquarters construction, $2.475 million to cover a court settlement for the Emergency Management Agency, and $2.67 million to fund county emergency management grants. Additional funds include $652,863 for court judge appointments, $4 million for court reporter and trial judge support staff, and $6 million for the Department of Human Services’ income verification software through June 2027. These appropriations cover defined project costs rather than general operations.