General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Alcorn State University to support animal science research and extension programs.

SB 2914 would have allocated $715,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Alcorn State University for animal science research and outreach programs during fiscal year 2026. The funding was intended to support research addressing climate and production challenges for small ruminant (goats/sheep) and beef cattle industries, along with training and extension services. This bill directly affected Alcorn State University's agricultural programs and the livestock producers relying on these research resources. The bill was referred to the Appropriations Committee but died there on February 26, 2025, and did not become law.