Appropriation; Finance and Admin, Dept. of, Bureau of Building, Ground, and Real Property Management for eligible ARPA capital projects.

This bill appropriates approximately $26.7 million from Mississippi's Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration's Bureau of Building, Grounds, and Real Property Management. The funds are designated for eligible capital projects at state-owned buildings and grounds that comply with the American Rescue Plan Act, including improvements to water infrastructure, ventilation systems, and facilities for congregate living. The legislation requires the department to verify that each project is eligible and that the recipient has not already received reimbursement for the expenses, while also prohibiting the use of these funds for employee premium payments. Additionally, the department must submit annual reports detailing project allocations and expenditures to ensure transparency and compliance with federal guidelines.