HB4135

City of Waynesboro; authorize assessments on convictions obtained in municipal court for maintenance of city building infrastructure.

Chamber Passed·3/23/26

Waynesboro, Mississippi, can levy assessments on municipal court convictions to fund city building infrastructure.

The City of Waynesboro, Mississippi, is authorized to levy additional assessments on convictions obtained in its municipal court. These assessments can be up to $50 for misdemeanor convictions and up to $150 for DUI convictions. The funds raised will be used for repairs, construction, operation, furnishing, technology, and maintenance of city building infrastructure. This authority expires on July 1, 2030.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 119–0 · Mar 23
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

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31 Nay

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13 Not Voting

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History

Mar 27

Senate

Failed

Mar 27

Senate

Immediate Release

Mar 26

Senate

Title Suff Do Pass