MississippiPhiladelphia, Mississippi, can give up to $10,000 to Philadelphia Transit
The law lets Philadelphia, Mississippi, give nonprofit Philadelphia Transit a one-time donation of up to $10,000 from the city's general fund during 2026.
What it does
Philadelphia, Mississippi, may give Philadelphia Transit a one-time donation of up to $10,000 from the city's general fund during 2026. City officials decide whether to give it.
Argument forA city donation could help Philadelphia Transit provide rides for older adults, people with disabilities, and families with low incomes.
Argument againstIf city officials make the donation, using the general fund could leave less money available for other city services.
More detail
Philadelphia city officials may make a one-time donation to Philadelphia Transit. Philadelphia Transit is a nonprofit serving the general public in east central Mississippi, including Philadelphia. It provides rides for older adults, people with disabilities, and families with low incomes. City officials choose whether to donate; the law does not require payment. The money must come from the city's general fund and cannot exceed $10,000. The law takes effect upon passage. The donation is allowed only during calendar year 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 8Approved by Governor Tate ReevesBecame Law
- Apr 2Enrolled Bill SignedTo Governor
- Apr 2Enrolled Bill Signed
- Mar 31Returned For Enrolling
- Mar 30PassedPassed House
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Mar 25Title Suff Do PassMinor
- Mar 23Referred To Local and Private LegislationMinor
- Mar 20Transmitted To HouseMinor
- Mar 19PassedPassed Senate
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Mar 17Title Suff Do PassMinor
- Mar 11Referred To Local and PrivateIntroduced
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