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HB 301

Appropriation; fire departments in District 4 of Winston County for certain purchases.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carl Mickens

Mississippi bill allocates state funds to Winston County District 4 fire departments for equipment purchases to enhance local emergency response capabilities.

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Bill Summary · HB 301

Legislative bill overview

HB 301 is a Mississippi appropriations bill that allocates state funding to fire departments located in District 4 of Winston County for specific equipment or infrastructure purchases. The bill was introduced by Representative Carl Mickens and is currently under review by the House Appropriations Committee as of January 8, 2026.

Why is this important

Fire department funding directly affects public safety and emergency response capabilities in rural communities. Adequate equipment purchases—whether vehicles, protective gear, or communication systems—can significantly impact response times and firefighter safety in District 4 of Winston County.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity concerns: The bill's summary doesn't specify which purchases are authorized, making it difficult to assess whether the funding is justified or represents appropriate budget priorities
  • District-specific allocation: Directing state funds to a single legislative district may raise fairness questions about whether other Winston County fire departments or rural departments statewide have equal needs
  • Appropriations competition: During budget cycles, fire department requests compete with education, healthcare, and infrastructure funding; some may question whether this is the highest-priority use of state resources

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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