Bill > HB1722

This bill provides a comprehensive appropriation for the Mississippi Department of Archives and History for the fiscal year 2026, allocating a total of $26,197,518 from two primary sources: $12,501,518 from the State General Fund and $13,696,000 from special funds collected by the department. The bill authorizes 155 permanent and 10 time-limited positions and includes specific provisions for managing personnel expenses, ensuring that salary increases are controlled and align with legislative intentions. The bill also designates specific fund allocations for various purposes, including $2 million for preserving Mississippi Landmark Properties, $100,000 for the Beauvoir Shrine maintenance, and $50,000 for a Statewide Oral History Project. Additionally, the bill allows the department to accept grants and donations up to $1 million, provides funds for repair and renovation of state buildings, and includes provisions for expediting services for Project Poppy and Project Atlas. The legislation emphasizes fiscal responsibility, requiring detailed accounting and ensuring that the department does not incur obligations exceeding its appropriation, with the bill set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Budget and Finance

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