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MS SB2433
MS SB2433TANF funds; DHS shall use a portion of each year to fund grants for marriage counseling to military and first responders.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create New Section 43-17-41, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Department Of Human Services Shall Set Aside A Certain Amount Of The Monies Received By The State Under The Federal Temporary Assistance For Needy Families Block Grant During Each Fiscal Year To Fund Grants To Nonprofit Organizations Specifically Working With Military Or First Responder Families, Or Both, To Provide Marriage Counseling, Preparation And Support; To Amend Section 43-17-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Mississippi Department of Human Services (DHS) allocate a minimum of $10 million annually from federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant funds to provide grants for marriage counseling, preparation, and support services to families of military personnel and first responders. Military is defined broadly to include all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and National Guard, while first responders encompass firefighters, emergency medical technicians, rescue squad members, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, and sworn members of the State Fire Marshal's office. These grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations that specifically serve these families, and the DHS is authorized to establish the necessary policies and rules for awarding these funds, ensuring this funding supplements rather than replaces existing resources. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing law regarding TANF funds.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2433.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2400-2499/SB2433IN.htm |
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