HB1646

Disaster assistance; increase amount of funds MEMA may request to provide and create loan program for local governments to receive.

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Mississippi HB1646 increases funds for disaster assistance and creates a loan program for local governments.

Mississippi HB1646 amends the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund to increase the amount of funds the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency can request for disaster assistance. It also establishes a loan program for local governments to receive funds for disaster response and recovery. The bill specifies that the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund can be used for various disaster-related costs, including public assistance, administrative costs, and temporary housing.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

52 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Apr 6

Approved by Governor

Mar 27

House

Enrolled Bill Signed

Mar 27

Senate

Enrolled Bill Signed