Rep. Greg Holloway

Maddy summaryHB 923 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to agricultural facilities and infrastructure at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds specifically toward improving the university's farm-related buildings, equipment, and supporting infrastructure. These bonds would be backed by the full faith and credit of the state, with repayment funded through state treasury resources if needed. The legislation creates a dedicated funding mechanism for Alcorn State's agricultural programs without changing eligibility or services for students or residents.

Maddy summaryHB 912 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund the construction, furnishing, and equipping of a hydroponics research and teaching greenhouse at Alcorn State University. The bonds would be backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi, with proceeds deposited into a special fund at the university. This bill directly affects Alcorn State University, providing dedicated funding for a facility supporting agricultural research and student education in hydroponics. The key mechanism is the bond issuance process managed by the State Bond Commission, with repayment secured through state treasury funds if needed.

Maddy summaryHB 921 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund repairs, renovation, reconstruction, and restoration of the Poultry Sciences Academic Research Center at Alcorn State University. The bonds, backed by the state's full credit, will be sold by the State Bond Commission, with proceeds deposited into a special fund for the project. This directly affects Alcorn State University (as the recipient of the funds) and Mississippi taxpayers (as the state guarantees repayment). The bill specifies that bond payments will be covered by state funds if needed, ensuring the project's financing without requiring additional legislative appropriations.

Maddy summaryHB 916 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to campus buildings, facilities, and infrastructure at Alcorn State University's Lorman, Vicksburg, and Natchez campuses. The bonds, backed by Mississippi's full credit, would be sold by the State Bond Commission and repaid using state treasury funds if needed. Proceeds would be deposited into a dedicated special fund for campus improvements. This bill directly affects Alcorn State University's three campuses and their students, faculty, and operations by providing funding for physical infrastructure upgrades.

Maddy summaryHB 919 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund the construction, equipment, and furnishing of a Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Math (STEAM) Outreach Center at Alcorn State University. The bonds would be paid from state funds, with the full faith and credit of Mississippi pledged for repayment. This directly affects Alcorn State University by providing capital for a new facility focused on STEAM education and community outreach. The bill creates a dedicated fund to disburse bond proceeds specifically for this center’s construction, with no mention of operational costs or staffing.

Maddy summaryHB 1798 appropriates $72.66 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Board of Trustees for State Institutions of Higher Learning. The funds are specifically designated to increase salaries for faculty at Mississippi's public universities, aiming to bring their pay closer to the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) average for similar positions. This appropriation applies to the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027), with payments to be made by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. The bill directly affects university faculty across Mississippi's public higher education system through targeted salary adjustments.

Maddy summaryHB 1795 allocates $5 million from the state general fund to repair and renovate Revels Hall and Robinson Hall at Alcorn State University for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports students living in these residence halls by addressing facility maintenance needs. This is a one-time appropriations bill, not a policy change, and specifies the exact amount, location, and timeframe for the allocated funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $430,000 from the State General Fund to Alcorn State University for its horticulture research and extension programs during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It directly provides funding to support the university’s work in plant science, agriculture, and community outreach related to horticulture. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as specified in the appropriation.

Maddy summaryHB 1804 authorizes Mississippi to issue state bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to Albert Lott Hall and the Nursing Campus Residence Halls at Alcorn State University. The bonds, backed by the full faith and credit of the state, will be sold to investors, with proceeds dedicated exclusively to these specific building projects. The State Bond Commission will manage the bond issuance process, including determining terms and sale methods. This bill provides a funding mechanism for physical infrastructure improvements at the university, directly benefiting its campus facilities and students.

Maddy summaryHB 1802 allocates $9,020,613 from Mississippi's State General Fund to support Alcorn State University's agricultural land-grant research and extension programs for the 2027 fiscal year (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directly provides funding for the university's farming research, crop development, and community agricultural education initiatives. It is a procedural funding measure with no policy changes, simply directing state money to sustain these specific programs.