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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act Making An Appropriation Of Special Funds In The State Treasury To Defray The Expenses Of The State Board Of Funeral Services For Fiscal Year 2027.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $362,604.00 from special funds in the State Treasury to the State Board of Funeral Services to cover its expenses for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. Of this amount, $139,251.00 is specifically allocated for "Personal Services," which includes employee salaries, wages, and fringe benefits, and is limited to a headcount of two permanent employees. The bill also outlines requirements for the board to maintain accounting and personnel records, submit budget requests, and adhere to purchasing preferences for the Mississippi Industries for the Blind, while also ensuring that no agency incurs obligations exceeding its appropriation. Additionally, it includes provisions for potential IT charges related to system upgrades and mandates that the act takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (7)
Dennis DeBar (R)*,
Rod Hickman (D)*,
Angela Hill (R)*,
Briggs Hopson (R)*,
Tyler McCaughn (R)*,
Sollie Norwood (D)*,
Jeff Tate (R)*,
Last Action
Referred To Appropriations D;Appropriations A (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB3079.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/3000-3099/SB3079PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/3000-3099/SB3079IN.htm |
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