Bill > SB3041

This bill appropriates funds for the Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) for the fiscal year 2026, allocating a total of $55,781,065 from the State General Fund and $22,273,329 from special funds to cover the department's operational expenses. The appropriation covers various divisions including the Homestead Exemption Division, Motor Vehicle Comptroller functions, Alcoholic Beverage Control Division Liquor Distribution Center, and the Enforcement Division. The bill authorizes 612 permanent positions for the department and includes specific performance measures for different operational areas such as tax administration, audit, enforcement, and property services. Additionally, the bill provides $94,000,000 to reimburse counties, road districts, and school districts for tax losses incurred due to homestead exemptions, and $6,000,000 for purchasing motor vehicle license tags. The legislation includes provisions for careful financial management, such as maintaining detailed accounting records, ensuring funds are not used to replace federal funds, and restricting the use of funds for hiring relatives. The bill also emphasizes the importance of efficiency and effectiveness in utilizing the appropriated funds and sets specific targets for various departmental functions, including processing tax returns, conducting audits, and issuing permits for alcohol and medical cannabis.

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