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SB 3319

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the DeSoto County Regional Utility Authority for a new regional wastewater treatment system.

2026 Regular Session

Mississippi allocates General Fund money to build DeSoto County a new regional wastewater treatment system in FY2027.

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Bill Summary · SB 3319

Legislative bill overview

SB 3319 allocates General Fund appropriations from Mississippi's state budget to the DeSoto County Regional Utility Authority for constructing a new regional wastewater treatment system. This is a capital infrastructure project funded through direct state appropriation rather than local bonding or user fees.

Why is this important

Wastewater treatment infrastructure is essential for public health, environmental protection, and regional economic development. DeSoto County, located in northern Mississippi near Memphis, has experienced significant population growth, making infrastructure upgrades critical to accommodate expanded service demands and comply with EPA regulations.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Using General Fund dollars (rather than dedicated utility revenues or local/regional bonds) diverts state resources from other priorities and raises questions about whether ratepayers or taxpayers should bear costs
  • Project scope and cost: The bill provides no detail on system size, timeline, or total project cost, making it difficult to assess whether appropriation levels are adequate or excessive
  • Regional equity: Directing state funds to one county's infrastructure may face scrutiny from legislators representing areas with competing infrastructure needs and limited state resources

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

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