Bill > SB3008

This bill provides a comprehensive appropriation for the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) for the fiscal year 2026, allocating a total of $73,392,578 from both state general funds and special source funds. The bill breaks down the appropriation into $20,498,552 from the State General Fund and $52,894,026 from special source funds, with $750,000 specifically derived from the Education Enhancement Fund. The legislation includes specific provisions such as allocating $125,000 for Chronic Waste Disease testing and $60,000 for the Dr. Elton Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinarians Scholarship Program. Additionally, the bill earmarks $17,500,000 from the Mississippi State University Veterinary School Fund for the Wise Center's design, construction, renovation, repairs, and equipment. The bill also establishes performance targets for the CVM, including metrics like the percentage of DVM students passing the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE), graduate employment rates, research grants, patient visits, and client satisfaction. The legislation emphasizes efficiency, compliance with budget regulations, and a preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind when making purchases. The appropriation will be effective from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025.

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