Mississippi2026Did Not Pass
HB1775
Allowing Philadelphia, MS to Donate Money for Local Transit
Last scannedAug 22, 2026, 3:37 AM
In one sentence
This bill would let the city leaders of Philadelphia, Mississippi give up to $10,000 from their general fund to a local nonprofit that runs transportation services.
What it does
- Authorizes the governing authorities of the City of Philadelphia, Mississippi, to make a one-time donation in their discretion.
- Limits the donation amount to no more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00).
- Requires that any money given must come from the city's general fund.
- Sets the time for this action as calendar year 2026 only.
- Directs the funds specifically to Philadelphia Transit.
Who it affects
- The governing authorities of the City of Philadelphia, Mississippi
- Philadelphia Transit, a nonprofit organization providing transportation services in east central Mississippi
Limits and unknowns
- This bill did not pass in the legislature session.
- The donation is optional because leaders can act 'in their discretion'.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Governing Authorities
- The officials who run the city government.
- General Fund
- The main account where a city keeps its money for operations and services.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
City of Philadelphia; authorize a contribution to Philadelphia Transit.
Official activity
Bill history
- 04/15 (H) Died In Committee
- 04/15 Suspend from Deadlines by HC 64
- 01/19 (H) Referred To Local and Private Legislation