The Montgomery County Commission voted against a resolution to provide an additional $7.5 million to Jackson Hospital after discussion about the county's existing $10 million commitment and the urgency tied to the hospital's bankruptcy proceedings.

During debate, commissioners confirmed the county had already committed $10,000,000 and were being asked to add $7.5 million more over three years, with the city and state expected to match parts of that amount. A commissioner who opposed the measure said the county's $10 million was already on the table and cited the need for local partner commitments before approving more funds.

Supporters argued urgency related to the hospital's bankruptcy process made prompt action important, and noted that the county's contribution could unlock additional matching funds. Opponents said they wanted more clarity from local partners and questioned the terms and conditions of an additional county commitment.

The motion failed in roll call: 2 in favor, 2 opposed and 1 abstention. Commissioners said the vote was not the end of the issue and left the door open for further dialogue and partnership discussions; some commissioners said they would pursue conversations with local partners and continue to seek ways to support the hospital without unilateral additional county funding.

What happens next: commissioners indicated the topic could return to the agenda if partners commit; no additional county funding was approved at this meeting.