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This bill modifies how lottery and gaming proceeds are distributed in Mississippi by making several key changes. Specifically, the legislation permanently removes the previous time-limited provision that was set to expire in 2028 and instead mandates that all net proceeds from the Alyce G. Clarke Mississippi Lottery will be paid into the State Highway Fund, with priority given to matching federal highway infrastructure program funds. If lottery proceeds exceed $80 million in a fiscal year, the additional amount will be transferred to the Education Enhancement Fund to support educational initiatives like the Early Childhood Learning Collaborative and the Classroom Supply Fund. Additionally, the bill removes the previous reverter clause for gaming fees collected from sporting event wagers, ensuring that these fees will continue to be deposited into the State Highway Fund for highway and bridge repair and maintenance. The changes are designed to provide consistent, long-term funding for transportation infrastructure and educational programs. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these new funding mechanisms.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0057.xml