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Mississippi House Bill HB1789
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1789

Introduced
1/27/26  
Introduced
1/19/26  
Refer
1/27/26  
Refer
1/19/26  
Engrossed
2/5/26  
Refer
2/13/26  

Caption

Appropriation; additional for DMR for prior-year projects.

Impact

The impact of HB 1789 focuses on supporting the Department of Marine Resources, which plays a critical role in managing natural resources along Mississippi's coastline. By allocating additional funds for prior-year projects, the bill helps the state address funding shortfalls and advance initiatives that are crucial for environmental conservation and marine resource development. This reassurance of funding can positively affect the economic stability of coastal communities that rely on marine resources, providing necessary support for ongoing projects that might otherwise be stalled due to lack of financial resources.

Summary

House Bill 1789 is a legislative act that aims to make an additional appropriation to the Department of Marine Resources for prior-year projects in the fiscal year 2026. The bill specifically allocates a sum of $5,309,560 from the State Treasury to the Tidelands Fund to support these projects, ensuring that the necessary funding is available to continue activities that may not have been fully financed in previous budgets. This act is a straightforward financial measure that reflects ongoing priorities within the state's marine resource management framework.

Sentiment

Overall sentiment surrounding HB 1789 appears to be positive, particularly among stakeholders who benefit from improved funding for marine resource projects. The allocation of funds is generally seen as a proactive step by the legislature to ensure that important initiatives in marine management can continue without interruption. Given that the bill passed the House with unanimous support (114 yeas and no nays), it suggests a consensus on the importance of adequately funding the department's needs and priorities.

Contention

Notably, there may be minor points of contention regarding the distribution and efficiency of funds within the marine resources sector. While the bill facilitates additional appropriations, there could be discussions around how these funds are utilized in the long term and whether they effectively address the most pressing needs of the Department of Marine Resources. However, the absence of nays in the voting outcome indicates that, as of now, there is significant support for the act and its intended purpose.

Latest MS HB1789 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3054

Appropriation; additional appropriations for various state agencies for FY2025 and FY2026.

MS HB1772

Appropriation; Additional appropriation for various state agencies.

MS HB46

Appropriations; additional for various state agencies for FY25 and FY26.

MS HB1773

Appropriation; Additional appropriation for various state agencies.

MS SB3250

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to DMH for additional ID/DD Home- and Community-Based Waiver slots and additional staff.

MS HB1729

Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.

MS HB8

Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.

MS HB1683

Appropriation; Hinds County for purchasing body cameras and additional vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

MS SB2935

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Byram for drainage projects.

MS SB3042

Appropriation; Secretary of State.

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