Bill > SB3007

This bill provides a detailed appropriation for the Forest and Wildlife Research Center at Mississippi State University for the fiscal year 2025-2026. Specifically, the bill allocates $6,260,147.00 from the State General Fund and an additional $1,369,899.00 from special source funds to support the center's operations and maintenance. Of the special source funds, $450,000 will be derived from the Education Enhancement Fund. The bill includes several legislative intentions, such as ensuring that if these funds are used to secure federal grants or donations, those special source funds will be properly accounted for and reported. The bill also stipulates that when purchasing commodities or equipment, if bids are equal, preference should be given to the Mississippi Industries for the Blind. Additionally, the bill reappropriates $1,000,000.00 from the Capital Expense Fund specifically for Deer Lab renovations. The appropriation will be paid by the State Treasurer upon warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer, and the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and be repealed on June 30, 2025.

Budget and Finance

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/SB/SB3007.xml