Maddy summaryHB 14 appropriates $44.8 million for Mississippi's State Soil and Water Conservation Commission for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). The funds cover the Commission's administrative expenses and programs under existing law, with $566,583 from general funds and $44,274,797 from special source funds. Key provisions restrict how personal services funds (salaries, wages, and vacancy funding) can be used, requiring strict adherence to budget limits and prohibiting their reallocation to non-salary purposes. The bill mandates detailed accounting and ensures funds align with the state's Variable Compensation Plan for employee pay. This is a routine funding measure, not a policy change, directly affecting the Commission's operational budget.
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Maddy summaryHB 16 approves $30,185,481 in state funds for the Yellow Creek State Inland Port Authority to cover its fiscal year 2026 expenses (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It allocates $15 million for capital projects and $50,000 for overtime pay, while requiring the authority to maintain detailed financial records and give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. The bill, signed into law on June 4, 2025, is a funding appropriation with no new policy provisions.
Maddy summaryHB 4 appropriates $62,755 from state funds to cover the operating expenses of Mississippi's State Board of Registration for Foresters for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). The bill specifically allocates $18,626 for upgrading the board's licensing system database. It also requires the board to give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing goods or equipment, following standard competitive bidding procedures. The funds must be spent within the approved budget, with strict record-keeping requirements.
Maddy summaryHB 1732 appropriates $22,815,388 in special funds to cover the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District's (PRVWSD) operating expenses for fiscal year 2026. The bill authorizes 100 permanent staff positions and includes strict rules requiring PRVWSD to stay within budgeted personnel costs, prohibit salary increases for current staff using these funds, and maintain detailed financial records. It also mandates that PRVWSD waive traffic control fees for vehicles with "REZ" tags and provide priority hosting and fee waivers for certain fishing tournaments (like the ESPN Bass Masters Classic) if local entities win bids. The bill specifies that funds must not replace federal or other special funds and includes a $200,000 allocation for overtime pay and reservoir dredging activities.
Maddy summaryHB 1728 appropriates $68,451,691 for the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport to cover its operating expenses during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It directly affects the Port Authority by funding its operations, including authorizing 39 permanent staff positions and $135,000 for overtime or standby pay. Key provisions require the Port Authority to maintain detailed financial records, prioritize purchases from Mississippi Industries for the Blind when bids are equal, and restrict funds to port operations only. The bill ensures compliance with state budget laws and mandates reporting similar to the previous fiscal year.
Maddy summaryHB 1735 allocates $566,298 from the state general fund and $37,484,521 from a special fund to cover the administrative costs and operations of Mississippi's State Soil and Water Conservation Commission for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill authorizes 9 permanent and 6 time-limited staff positions to carry out existing programs under Mississippi Code § 69-27-1 et seq. It includes specific rules for personnel spending, requiring funds to cover salaries and positions without exceeding prior-year allocations unless new programs are approved. This is a funding bill for the Commission’s current operations, not a policy change.
Maddy summaryHB 1733 appropriates $5,048,950 from the State General Fund and $464,494 from a special fund to cover the Mississippi Public Service Commission's (PSC) operational expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill authorizes 51 permanent and 6 time-limited positions for the PSC and establishes specific performance targets, including resolving utility complaints within three days and handling 142 utility dockets annually. It restricts fund usage for salary increases of current employees (allowing only new hires for essential roles) and requires the PSC to report on meeting performance metrics to the legislature. The PSC must also maintain detailed financial records and use funds exclusively for regulatory duties as defined by state law.
Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $269,654 from the State General Fund and $108,294 from a special fund to cover the Grand Gulf Military Monument Commission's operational costs for fiscal year 2026, including funding for 7 permanent staff positions. It requires strict accounting practices, prohibits using state funds to replace federal funding, and mandates preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. The commission must spend funds only for monument maintenance within the allocated amounts and adhere to specific rules about personnel expenditures and capital fund reappropriation. The bill does not create new policies but provides dedicated funding for the existing commission's operations.
Maddy summaryHB 1737 appropriates $17.3 million from Mississippi's General Fund and $73.8 million from dedicated sources (including $5.75 million from gasoline taxes) to fund the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks for fiscal year 2026. It authorizes 518 permanent and 42 temporary positions, with strict rules prohibiting the use of funds for salary increases beyond budgeted amounts or to replace federal funds. The bill requires the department to submit detailed spending reports for Wildlife Heritage funds by September 1 each year and mandates that personnel expenditures not exceed projections from the Legislative Budget Office. This funding supports conservation operations, parks maintenance, and programs like Project WILD, directly affecting the department's ability to manage natural resources and public facilities.
Maddy summaryHB 1724 allocates $16.17 million from the State General Fund and $251.59 million from special funds to support Mississippi's Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for fiscal year 2026. The bill authorizes 212 permanent and 165 temporary staff positions while prohibiting the use of funds for salary increases beyond budgeted levels, requiring strict accounting and performance reporting. It mandates the DEQ to meet specific environmental targets, including air/water quality compliance rates (e.g., 85% of air facilities in compliance, 56% of waters meeting quality standards) and waste/permit processing timelines. The funds are designated for DEQ operations, staffing, and environmental programs, with reporting requirements tied to the agency’s budget submission.