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This bill amends Mississippi Code Section 19-7-31 to expand the potential uses of county law library funds by allowing counties to utilize surplus funds for technological improvements in chancery and circuit courtrooms. Currently, county law libraries can collect special court costs and use those funds for library-related electronic resources and technology. The new provision specifically permits counties to use any excess library funds to enhance courtroom technological infrastructure, which may include installing or improving audio and video systems, digital communications equipment, court proceeding recording systems, evidence display technologies, assisted listening devices, and related technical infrastructure. The bill essentially provides county boards of supervisors with more flexibility in allocating law library funds, allowing them to invest in courtroom technology upgrades when the library's immediate technological needs have been met. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving counties time to prepare for the new funding possibilities. By broadening the potential uses of these funds, the bill aims to support technological modernization in county courtrooms while maintaining the primary purpose of supporting law library resources.

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