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SB 3139

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Leflore County for infrastructure improvements to multiple county roads.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lydia Chassaniol

Would provide a one-year FY2026 General Fund appropriation to Leflore County to fund infrastructure improvements on multiple county roads.

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 3139

Summary of SB 3139

Overview

SB 3139 proposes a General Fund appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026 to Leflore County for infrastructure improvements to multiple county roads. The bill was introduced on February 24, 2025, referred to the Appropriations Committee, and subsequently died in committee on February 26, 2025. As introduced, the bill would set the terms for a one-year allocation from the General Fund to Leflore County for road-related projects; exact funding amounts and project details are not provided in the available information.

Purpose and Intent

  • Provide a targeted General Fund allocation for Leflore County intended to support improvements to a set of county roadways.
  • Allocate state resources to address infrastructure needs at the county level, potentially improving transportation safety and reliability for residents and businesses.

Key Provisions (as introduced)

  • Authorization of a FY2026 General Fund appropriation to Leflore County.
  • Funds designated for infrastructure improvements to multiple county roads within Leflore County.
  • Specifics such as the funding amount, eligible projects, project scope, expenditure constraints, and reporting requirements are not detailed in the provided summary.

Fiscal Implications

  • Creates a one-year General Fund commitment to Leflore County for road infrastructure.
  • The exact dollar amount and any matching requirements, oversight provisions, or reporting milestones are not specified here.
  • If enacted, would affect the state’s FY2026 General Fund budget and Leflore County’s local infrastructure planning and procurement processes.

Affected Parties

  • Leflore County government and its road departments.
  • Local residents, commuters, and businesses relying on county roads.
  • Local contractors and suppliers participating in road improvement projects.
  • State budget processes and oversight bodies responsible for appropriations and project reporting (if applicable).

Procedural History and Status

  • Introduced: February 24, 2025.
  • Referred to: Appropriations (Feb. 24, 2025).
  • Died in Committee: February 26, 2025.
  • Status: Did not advance to a floor vote or become law in its current form.

Next Steps and Considerations

  • If reintroduced in a future session, the bill would need to specify the funding amount, eligible projects, project timelines, and any reporting or oversight requirements.
  • Considerations for supporters: alignment with county infrastructure plans, expected economic benefits, and budgetary impact on the General Fund.
  • For opponents or skeptics: evaluate the adequacy of competing needs in the General Fund and whether counties should receive direct appropriations versus other funding mechanisms.

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

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