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MS HB212
MS HB212Appropriation; Health Department to provide funding to federally qualified health centers.
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act Making An Appropriation To The State Department Of Health For The Purpose Of Providing Funding For Federally Qualified Health Centers In The State For The Fiscal Year 2027.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $25,000,000 from the State General Fund to the State Department of Health for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, to provide funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in Mississippi. FQHCs are community-based health care providers that receive funds to provide comprehensive primary care services in underserved areas, regardless of a patient's ability to pay. The bill specifies that the funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer, following proper legal procedures, and the act will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0212.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0200-0299/HB0212IN.htm |
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