Maddy summaryHB 1731 approves $7,595,440 in state funds for the Pat Harrison Waterway District to cover its fiscal year 2026 operations (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill specifically allocates $700,000 for park facility repairs (bathhouses, cabins) and $480,000 for dam repairs, while requiring the district to maintain detailed financial records and submit annual reports to the legislature by December 1, 2025 (for park repairs) and July 15 annually (for a five-year project plan). It mandates strict compliance with budget limits, prohibits using state funds to replace withdrawn federal funds, and requires preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. The bill directly affects the district’s budget management and operational spending for waterway maintenance, park infrastructure, and dam safety.
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Maddy summaryHB 1722 allocates $12.5 million from the state general fund and $13.7 million from special funds to cover the Mississippi Department of Archives and History's operating costs for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It authorizes 165 staff positions (155 permanent, 10 time-limited) and restricts fund use to prevent salary increases beyond current levels or replace withdrawn federal funds. Specific allocations include $2 million for preserving Mississippi Landmark Properties, $100,000 for Beauvoir Shrine (Jefferson Davis' former home), and $50,000 for the Statewide Oral History Project. The bill mandates strict accounting and prohibits using state funds for rent at the State Historical Museum.
Maddy summaryHB 1736 approves $9,089,507 in state funds for Mississippi's Tombigbee River Valley Water Management District to cover bond payments, maintenance, project costs, and other operational expenses during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill requires strict budget adherence for personnel spending, prohibiting salary increases for current staff and mandating that funds for vacancies fill new positions only. It also directs the district to prioritize Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchases, maintain detailed financial records matching 2025 standards, and deposit excess funds to earn interest rates comparable to state funds.
Maddy summaryHB 565 requires Mississippi law enforcement agencies to report officer resignations and terminations to the Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training. Agencies must provide timely notification within a specified timeframe and include an explanation if the resignation or termination resulted from disciplinary action. Failure to report carries penalties, though agencies may appeal the board's decision. This bill directly affects all law enforcement agencies in Mississippi, aiming to improve transparency in officer employment history.
Maddy summaryHB 642 authorizes Alcorn State University to build prefabricated (factory-built) structures on its campus, directly affecting the university and its campus development. The bill requires all such buildings to meet Mississippi’s building codes, safety standards, and campus aesthetic guidelines, and mandates approval from the Board of Trustees and the Department of Finance and Administration before construction. Funding can come from state appropriations, federal grants, or private donations, with the university required to submit annual reports to the legislature detailing construction costs and benefits. This bill does not change existing laws broadly but adds specific oversight and reporting requirements for Alcorn’s prefab building projects.
Maddy summaryHB 1860 appropriates $150,000 from the state general fund to the Town of Pickens' governing authorities for repairs and renovations to City Hall during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill directly affects the Town of Pickens by providing state funding to cover eligible costs for maintaining its municipal building. Key provisions include specifying the exact amount, funding source (state general fund), and payment process via state treasurer warrants. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and did not advance further.
Maddy summaryHB 1856 would have allocated $20 million from Mississippi's state general fund to Holmes County Consolidated School District to cover costs for building a new high school during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill specified that funds would be paid to the school district's board of trustees via state warrants upon proper requisitions. However, the bill died in the Appropriations committee on February 26, 2025, and never became law, meaning no appropriation was enacted. This was a straightforward funding measure for a specific school construction project, not a policy change affecting broader legislation.
Maddy summaryHB 438 establishes a state-funded program to provide home repair grants for low-income Mississippi homeowners, primarily targeting seniors (62+), disabled residents, and households with incomes under $12,000 (single) or $16,000 (two or more people). The Department of Finance and Administration will administer the program, offering grants up to $25,000 per household for essential repairs, with eligibility requiring primary home ownership, age/disability status, and income limits. Funding will come from up to $50 million in state bonds, with money distributed to congressional districts based on each district's share of the state's low-income population. Unspent funds will remain in a dedicated state account and not roll into the general budget.
Maddy summaryHB 1858 appropriates $75,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Friends of Lexington Preservation, Inc., to cover repairs and renovations at the Lundy House on Mississippi Highway 12 in Lexington for fiscal year 2026. The bill directly affects the nonprofit organization and the historic Lundy House property by providing state funding for physical maintenance. The legislation specifies the funds must be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2025. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and did not become law.
Maddy summaryHB 442 authorizes Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funding for capital improvements at public schools across the state. The bill directs the State Bond Commission to sell these bonds, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for school districts to use on projects like building repairs, renovations, or new facilities. The state guarantees repayment using its full faith and credit, meaning if school funds aren't sufficient, the state treasury will cover bond payments. This bill directly affects all public school districts in Mississippi by creating a new funding source for physical infrastructure needs.