Maddy summaryHB 1893 allocates $32.3 million in total funding (comprising $18.3 million from general funds and $14.0 million from special funds) to support the Mississippi State Forestry Commission for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifies that funds must cover personnel costs, including salaries, wages, and fringe benefits, within strict headcount limits (252 permanent and 7 time-limited positions). It requires the agency to adhere to budgeted personnel spending limits, prohibits using funds for in-range salary increases for employees earning $70,000+ annually, and mandates strict accounting for all expenditures. This is a funding bill, not a policy change, directly affecting the Forestry Commission's operational budget.
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Maddy summaryHB 1894 appropriates $363,555 from general funds and $575,059 from special funds to cover the Grand Gulf Military Monument Commission's operational costs for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifically allocates $292,480 for personnel expenses, including salaries, benefits, and "Vacancy Funding" for up to 7 permanent staff positions, with strict limits preventing fund transfers to non-personnel uses. This funding directly supports the commission’s staff and maintenance of the Grand Gulf Military Monument, ensuring compliance with state personnel budget rules and salary minimums.
Maddy summaryHB 1898 authorizes $9,336,274 in state funds for the Pat Harrison Waterway District's fiscal year 2027 operations. The bill specifically allocates $700,000 for park facility repairs (excluding Flint Creek Horse Trail) and $480,000 for dam repairs. It requires the district to submit detailed reports on completed repairs by December 1, 2026, and annual five-year project plans by July 15 each year. The funding must be spent in compliance with state budget laws, with strict accounting records maintained for all expenditures. This appropriation directly affects the Pat Harrison Waterway District's budget and operations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Maddy summaryHB 1649 directs Mississippi's State Treasurer to transfer $1.00 from the General Fund and $1.00 from the Treasurer's Office Abandoned Property fund to the Capital Expense Fund during fiscal year 2027, totaling $2.00. This procedural bill affects state financial operations by requiring specific, minimal transfers between state funds. The key mechanism is a mandatory, fixed-dollar transfer from two designated accounts, with no other policy changes or impacts described. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and has not yet been enacted into law. (Note: The $2.00 total reflects the exact amounts specified in the bill text.)
Maddy summaryHB 1390 incorporates existing personal services funding rules from Mississippi's 2025 extraordinary session into the FY2026 budget for multiple state agencies. It specifies exact funding amounts ($34.5 million total) and headcount limits (220 permanent, 170 time-limited) for agencies like the Department of Environmental Quality, Human Services, and Library Commission, restricting how these funds can be used. The bill requires agencies to use "Vacancy Funding" ($2.4 million) exclusively to fill unfilled positions from the prior year, not for salary increases, promotions, or other employee benefits. This ensures personal services funds cannot be transferred to other budget categories and must comply with the state's Variable Compensation Plan. The bill directly affects state agencies managing personnel budgets by formalizing their FY2026 funding constraints.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally honors the legislative career and public service of former Representative Blaine H. "Bo" Eaton II, who served Mississippi's House District 79 for 20 years from 1996 to 2016. The resolution recognizes his leadership roles on key committees including Agriculture and Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, and highlights his contributions to economic development initiatives such as the Reforestation Tax Credit and the Mississippi Investment Act. This document serves as an official commendation from the Mississippi House of Representatives and does not create any new laws or policy changes.
Maddy summaryHB 1890 appropriates $1,277,547 from state funds to cover the operating expenses of Mississippi's State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifically allocates $471,877 for "Personal Services," including salaries, benefits, and "Vacancy Funding" to fill authorized positions. It requires the board to maintain detailed financial records and prohibits using these funds for purposes beyond the board’s operational costs, such as promotions or salary increases for current staff. This is a procedural funding measure that directly supports the board’s administrative functions, affecting licensed engineers and land surveyors who rely on its regulatory services.
Maddy summaryHB 1932 allocates $84,594,361 from state funds for the Veterans' Home Purchase Board during fiscal year 2027. The bill funds the board's operational expenses and authorizes new home loans for Mississippi veterans under existing law. It specifically restricts $1,430,076 of this appropriation to "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits for 16 authorized staff positions), with strict rules to prevent exceeding budget limits for personnel costs. This funding directly supports veterans seeking home loans through the board's program and ensures compliance with state personnel budgeting rules for fiscal year 2027.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates funding for Mississippi judicial offices by setting a $15,000 annual office operating allowance for circuit judges and chancellors (effective July 2023) and creating a $130,000 annual fund for support staff. It requires judges to get approval from the Administrative Office of Courts before hiring staff, with all support staff compensation and equipment costs drawn from this dedicated fund. Counties may also provide additional office expense assistance to judges without primary county offices. The bill consolidates existing funding mechanisms under Sections 9-1-36, 9-21-45, and related codes to clarify administrative procedures.
Maddy summaryHB 1940 provides additional state funding from the Capital Expense Fund to cover legal costs for Mississippi agencies during fiscal years 2026 and 2027. It allocates specific sums to the Attorney General’s office for ongoing cases (including Curtis Flowers v. State), the Department of Health for Jackson water litigation, and the Department of Finance for Bolton Building renovations. The funding covers expenses like legal fees, court costs, and settlements incurred by these agencies. This appropriation ensures these state entities can manage existing legal obligations without diverting funds from other budget priorities.