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SB 2302

MDOT; authorize the transfer and conveyance of certain real property to the City of Gulfport.

2025 Regular Session

SB 2302 would have transferred unspecified state transportation property to Gulfport, but died in House committee without advancing further in the 2025 session.

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Bill Summary · SB 2302

Legislative bill overview

SB 2302 authorizes the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to transfer and convey specific real property to the City of Gulfport. The bill passed the Senate with amendments on February 11, 2025, but ultimately died in House committee on March 4, 2025, meaning it did not advance further in the legislative session.

Why is this important

Property transfers between state agencies and municipalities affect local economic development, infrastructure planning, and the use of public assets. This transfer could have enabled Gulfport to develop, utilize, or manage the property for city purposes, potentially affecting local development priorities and resource allocation.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on property details — The bill summary does not specify which real property is being transferred, its size, location, or current use, making it difficult to assess the true value and implications of the conveyance
  • Missing justification for transfer — No clear explanation for why MDOT should relinquish this property or what benefits the City of Gulfport would gain from acquiring it
  • Fiscal impact unclear — The bill does not address whether compensation is being provided, if there are ongoing obligations, or what the property's assessed value is

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

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