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This bill provides a detailed appropriation for the Forest and Wildlife Research Center at Mississippi State University for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill allocates $6,262,007 from the State General Fund and an additional $1,369,899 from special source funds to support the center's operations and maintenance. Specifically, $450,000 of the special source funds will come from the Education Enhancement Fund. The bill includes several legislative intentions, such as ensuring that general funds are not used to replace federal or other special funds, and that any special funds used to secure grants or donations will be tracked and reported. The bill also includes a reappropriation of $1,000,000 from the Capital Expense Fund for Deer Lab renovations, with the stipulation that expenditures cannot exceed the unexpended balance from the previous fiscal year. Additionally, the bill includes provisions giving preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when making purchases and requires compliance with state budget regulations. The appropriation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to support the continued research and operational activities of the Forest and Wildlife Research Center.

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