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This bill is an appropriations act that allocates $378,711.00 in special funds to the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors for the fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The bill authorizes two permanent full-time positions for the board and includes specific provisions about fund usage, such as prohibiting the replacement of federal or other special funds with these appropriated funds and ensuring compliance with IRS reporting guidelines. The legislation also specifies that $100,000 of the appropriation is designated for updating the board's Licensing Management System. Additionally, the bill includes legislative intentions that the board maintain detailed accounting and personnel records, and provides a preference for purchasing from Mississippi Industries for the Blind when comparing competitive bids. The bill requires the State Treasurer to disburse funds through warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025, automatically repealing on June 30, 2025.

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