Members of Congress are able to submit a very limited number of qualified, local projects to the Appropriations Committee for consideration of targeted federal funds. The full details of the selected request are required to be posted publicly on my website to ensure full transparency. Below you can find all necessary information submitted by a requesting organization.
**As submission deadlines for each subcommittee pass, the below will be updated with my office's submission for the corresponding subcommittee.**
Project Name - D'Iberville Public Safety Equipment Modernization
Requested Amount - $1,500,000
Intended Recipient - City of D’Ilberville
Recipient Address - 10383 Automall Parkway, D’Ilberville MS 39540
Request Explanation –
The purpose of this project is to modernize and strengthen the public safety capabilities of the City of D’Iberville by providing critical equipment for both the Police and Fire Departments. As one of the fastest-growing communities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, D’Iberville faces increasing demand for emergency response, disaster preparedness, marine rescue operations, and regional mutual-aid support. Located along major transportation corridors and surrounded by coastal waterways, the City’s first responders must be equipped with modern technology and specialized tools to protect residents and visitors.
Funding will support the purchase of essential equipment that improves response capabilities, enhances situational awareness, and increases safety for responders and the public, and other equipment and or necessary purchases which comply with the conditions of this account. For the Fire Department, this includes an underwater drone for marine rescue and recovery operations, a brush and wildland responsevehicle to access wooded and difficult terrain, and all-terrain response vehicles to support search and rescue and disaster response.
For the Police Department, the project will enhance communication, officer safety, and operational efficiency through upgraded mobile radios, mobile data computers that provide real-time access to critical information, and an electronic citation system that reduces roadside exposure during traffic stops. Additional equipment, including an unmanned aerial drone system and a portable radar speed sign, will support search operations, disaster response, and neighborhood traffic safety.
This investment strengthens public safety operations and improves the City’s ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies while supporting regional response efforts across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
F_City of D'Iberville Public Safety Equipment Modernization Nexus Letter.pdf
Project Name - Jones County Sheriff's Department Law Enforcement Equipment & Vehicles
Requested Amount - $807,256.60
Intended Recipient - Jones County Sheriff's Department
Recipient Address - 419 Yates Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440
Request Explanation –
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is requesting funding to purchase essential law enforcement vehicles, communications systems, and operational equipment for deputies assigned to the Patrol, Narcotics, Criminal Investigations, Interdiction, and SWAT Divisions. These resources are necessary to maintain effective law enforcement operations and ensure the safety of deputies serving the more than 66,000 residents of Jones County and the hundreds of thousands of visitors who travel through the county each year. Due to current budget limitations, the Sheriff’s Department does not have sufficient funding in its FY26 or anticipated FY27 county budget to procure these critical items.
Funding will support the purchase of portable and mobile radios operating on Mississippi’s statewide MSWIN communications system to ensure reliable and interoperable communication during emergencies and routine operations. The request also includes mobile laptop computers and printers for patrol vehicles to provide deputies with real-time access to information in the field, improving response efficiency and reporting accuracy. Body-worn cameras will enhance transparency, accountability, and evidence collection during law enforcement interactions. In addition, K9 patrol vehicles will support narcotics detection, interdiction operations, search and rescue missions, fugitive tracking, and routine patrol duties. Funding may also be used for other equipment and/or necessary purchases which comply with the conditions of this account.
This investment represents a responsible use of taxpayer funds by strengthening public safety, improving officer safety, and enhancing the department’s ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies while serving the residents and communities of Jones County.
F_Jones County Sheriff's Department LEO Equipment & Vehicles Nexus Letter.pdf
Project Name - Advancing Rural Digital Forensics Initiative
Requested Amount - $3,000,000
Intended Recipient - University of Southern Mississippi
Recipient Address - 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-001
Request Explanation –
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is requesting funding to expand the Rural Digital Forensics Initiative (RDFI), a program designed to improve digital forensics training for law enforcement agencies, particularly those serving rural communities. The initiative has already established a digital forensics laboratory and media production studio at USM and developed foundational training materials that help officers understand how to identify, preserve, and present digital evidence in criminal investigations.
This project will expand RDFI’s capabilities by developing advanced digital forensics training and increasing access to these resources for law enforcement agencies across Mississippi and the nation. Funding will support the purchase of additional digital forensics technologies to enhance laboratory capabilities, the acquisition of a mobile media production system to deliver and record training at partner law enforcement locations, and expanded personnel capacity to increase training development and delivery. Funding may also support other equipment and/or necessary purchases which comply with the conditions of this account.
This investment represents a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it strengthens law enforcement’s ability to investigate and prosecute crimes involving digital evidence, including cybercrime, fraud, and technology-related offenses. By expanding access to specialized training and modern forensic tools, the project will help ensure that rural and smaller agencies have the resources and expertise needed to handle increasingly complex digital investigations.
The project will also support workforce development by creating a pipeline of trained digital forensics professionals while improving public safety and strengthening law enforcement capabilities across Mississippi and beyond.
F_Advancing Rural Digital Forensics Initiative (USM) Nexus Letter.pdf
Project Name - Stone County Public Safety Communications Modernization & MSWIN Expansion
Requested Amount - $6,337,318
Intended Recipient - Stone County Emergency Management Agency
Recipient Address - 533 First Street South, Wiggins, MS 39577
Request Explanation –
Stone County is requesting funding to modernize and expand its public safety communications infrastructure through the Stone County Public Safety Communications Modernization and MSWIN Expansion project. The project will equip a new Mississippi Wireless Information Network (MSWIN) tower in northern Stone County to address radio coverage gaps, eliminate communication dead zones, and improve reliability for law enforcement, fire services, and emergency management. The tower will include MSWIN radio equipment, an equipment shelter, and backup power and generator capability to ensure communications remain operational during emergencies and severe weather.
The project will also strengthen regional interoperability by expanding MSWIN coverage into southern Forrest County, southern Perry County, and western George County, improving coordination among local, state, and federal agencies during disasters and major incidents.
Funding will also support replacement of outdated dispatch radio consoles and 911 call-taking systems with modern equipment that meets national standards and improves reliability during high-demand events such as severe weather and evacuations. In addition, the project will replace aging radios across participating agencies that are more than 15 years old and no longer supported by manufacturers, ensuring all responders can operate fully on the MSWIN system. Funding may also support other equipment and/or necessary purchases which comply with the conditions of this account.
This investment represents a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it strengthens public safety communications, improves coordination among first responders, and ensures more reliable emergency response for residents, businesses, students, and visitors throughout Stone County and the surrounding region.
F_Stone County Public Safety Communications Modernization & MSWIN Expansion Nexus Letter.pdf
Project Name - Funding Request for Phase 1 of Lamar County’s Fire Services Truck Replacement Plan
Requested Amount - $1,500,000
Intended Recipient - Lamar County Board of Supervisors
Recipient Address - 403 Main Street, Purvis, MS 39402
Request Explanation –
The purpose of this project is to begin implementation of a fire services truck replacement plan to ensure that firefighters have safe, reliable, and modern equipment to respond to emergencies. Phase 1 of the plan requests $1.5 million to fund the purchase of three new fire engine pumpers, while the Northeast Lamar Fire Department will contribute funding to purchase a fourth pumper. These vehicles are critical tools used to transport firefighters, pump and deliver water to fires, and carry lifesaving equipment used during emergency response.
Many fire departments rely on aging apparatus that can become increasingly costly to maintain and less reliable during emergency situations. Replacing outdated fire trucks with new pumpers ensures that first responders can safely and efficiently respond to structure fires, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and natural disasters. Modern fire engines also include updated safety features, improved pumping capacity, and better equipment storage, allowing firefighters to operate more effectively and reduce risks to both responders and the public.
This project is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because reliable fire protection is a core public safety service that protects lives, homes, businesses, and community infrastructure. Investing in new fire apparatus helps reduce costly repairs associated with aging vehicles while improving response capability and readiness. In rural and growing communities, dependable fire equipment is essential to maintaining reasonable response times and effective firefighting operations.
By replacing outdated trucks through a phased plan, the project allows the department to modernize its fleet in a financially responsible way while leveraging local contributions. Ultimately, the investment strengthens emergency response capabilities, enhances firefighter safety, and ensures that residents and businesses continue to receive dependable fire protection for years to come.
F_Lamar County Fire Services Truck Replacement Plan (Phase 1) Nexus Letter.pdf
Project Name - Pearl River County Public Safety
Requested Amount - $1,597,190
Intended Recipient - Pearl RIver County Sheriff’s Department
Recipient Address - 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
Request Explanation –
The purpose of this project is to strengthen public safety and law enforcement capabilities in Pearl River County by replacing aging patrol vehicles and providing critical equipment upgrades for the Sheriff’s Department. The county is requesting $1.47 million in Congressional Directed Spending to support public safety improvements, including police package cruisers, technology upgrades, and safety equipment needed to effectively serve the community.
A key part of the request is the purchase of police package cruisers that will allow deputies to patrol and monitor the more than 1,100 miles of roads across the county. As one of the largest counties in Mississippi by land area, reliable vehicles are essential for maintaining patrol coverage and responding quickly to emergencies, particularly in rural areas. Many of the department’s current vehicles have significantly deteriorated, making them less reliable and more expensive to maintain.
In addition to patrol vehicles, the project will support technological upgrades, safety equipment, automobiles, and other equipment and/or necessary purchases which comply with the conditions of this account. These improvements will help modernize operations and allow for better coordination and faster response between the Sheriff’s Department and other law enforcement agencies.
This project is a valuable use of taxpayer dollars because it ensures deputies have the reliable tools needed to protect residents and respond to emergencies. Upgrading vehicles and equipment will improve response times, strengthen coordination between agencies, and enhance officer safety while patrolling the county’s extensive road network.
F_Pearl River County Public Safety Equipment Upgrades Nexus Letter.pdf
