Sen. John Polk

Maddy summarySB 2017 appropriates $235.7 million for Mississippi's Department of Transportation's Office of State Aid Road Construction for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It allocates $5.3 million specifically for staff salaries and filling open positions (including $392,000 for "vacancy funding"), with strict limits to prevent exceeding budgeted personnel costs. Additionally, $55 million is dedicated to replacing structurally deficient bridges under the Local System Bridge Program. The bill requires detailed accounting of all funds and mandates that administrative costs stay below 4% of construction spending.

Maddy summarySB 2010 allocates $69.27 million in state funds for Mississippi's Community College Board to cover administrative costs and specific programs for fiscal year 2026. It directly affects community colleges, students (through GED test fee reimbursements), and workforce training initiatives by providing $50.8 million for workforce education, $30 million for career/technical programs, and $542,459 for the Greenville Higher Education Center. Key mechanisms include funding from the Education Enhancement Fund, fees for virtual programs, and requirements that funds cover only new obligations starting July 1, 2025. The bill does not change laws but authorizes spending for existing operations and student support services.

Maddy summarySB 2015 appropriates $168,604,209 from the State General Fund and $117,126,547 from Special Funds to cover the Department of Public Safety's expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It specifically allocates $154,691,960 for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits), with strict limits on spending to prevent exceeding budgeted amounts when annualized. The bill authorizes 4 new positions (including Medical Examiner and Sexual Assault Kits staff) and requires that "Vacancy Funding" ($705,000) be used solely to fill unfilled roles, not for raises or promotions. It also mandates that funds must comply with Mississippi’s Variable Compensation Plan and prohibits using state funds to replace withdrawn federal or special funds.

Maddy summarySB 2046 appropriates over $322 million to fund the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026), directly affecting the MDA’s operations and staff. It specifies strict limits on "Personal Services" funding ($16.5 million total for salaries, benefits, and unfilled positions), requiring that vacancy funds be used *only* to fill authorized roles - not for raises or promotions - and mandates compliance with state personnel pay rules. The bill ties funding to measurable performance targets, including creating 3,000 new jobs, securing 1,500 international investment contracts, and processing 250 minority business certifications. It prohibits using funds to replace withdrawn federal money or violate IRS reporting rules, while requiring the MDA to report on progress toward its annual goals.

Maddy summarySB 2044 appropriates $119.6 million in state funds for Mississippi's Department of Finance and Administration to cover expenses during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It specifically allocates $75.3 million for department operations and $6.3 million for the Tort Claims Board, with strict limits on how funds can be used for salaries and staff positions. The bill requires the department to stay within a fixed budget for "Personal Services" ($26.4 million), authorizing 301 total staff positions (300 permanent, 1 time-limited), and prohibits using vacancy funds for promotions or salary increases for current employees. All spending must comply with Mississippi's Variable Compensation Plan and cannot exceed the approved budget without new legislative funding.

Maddy summarySB 2005 appropriates $33.37 million from general funds and $14.53 million from special sources (including $1.15 million from the Education Enhancement Fund) to support Mississippi State University's Cooperative Extension Service for fiscal year 2026. The bill requires the service to report on meeting specific performance targets across agriculture, 4-H, family education, and community development programs, while prohibiting the use of state funds to replace federal or external grants. It also mandates preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions and requires compliance with budget reporting standards for future funding requests.

Maddy summarySB 2013 allocates $754,641 from Mississippi's General Fund to cover the Mississippi Ethics Commission's expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It authorizes six permanent staff positions and requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching its 2025 reporting standards. The bill also mandates that the Commission give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing goods or vehicles, and ensures funds comply with state budget laws limiting spending to approved amounts. This is a routine funding measure for an existing agency, not a policy change affecting citizens or new regulations.

Maddy summarySB 2020 appropriates $378,795 for the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors to cover operational expenses during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It authorizes two permanent staff positions and allocates $100,000 specifically for updating the board’s Licensing Management System. The bill requires the board to maintain detailed financial records matching 2025 standards and comply with state budget laws prohibiting overspending. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly affecting the board’s budget and administrative operations.

Maddy summarySB 2033 provides $5,352,002 in state funding for the Mississippi State Personnel Board to cover its operations during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). The bill specifically allocates $4,424,204 for "Personal Services" (employee salaries, wages, and benefits) to support 47 authorized positions, with strict rules preventing funds from being diverted to other categories or used for promotions. It requires the Board to track spending against this budget, ensures salaries comply with established minimums, and mandates that any new staffing must be approved by the Legislature with additional funding.

Maddy summarySB 2030 appropriates $1,913,967 from general funds and $1,287,795 from special funds to cover the Mississippi Board of Animal Health’s expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill specifically allocates $2,131,775 for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) to support 28 authorized positions (23 permanent, 5 time-limited), with strict limits preventing overspending on personnel costs. It requires the Board to maintain detailed financial records and comply with state personnel rules, including a cap on annualized salary expenditures. This funding directly affects the Board’s operational budget and staffing for animal health oversight in Mississippi.