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Mississippi House Bill HB1866
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1866

Introduced
2/11/26  
Refer
2/11/26  

Caption

Appropriation; DFA for Knox Academy for costs of expanding its facilities.

Impact

The implications of HB 1866 may include an increased capacity at Knox Academy, allowing it to better serve the educational needs of its students and potentially attract more families seeking specialized educational environments for their children. By providing financial support for facility enhancements, this bill underscores the state's support for educational diversification and inclusion, particularly in addressing the needs of those who may require additional therapeutic services within their learning environment.

Summary

House Bill 1866 is a legislative proposal to allocate $2,500,000 from the State General Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration for the improvement, upgrade, and expansion of facilities at Knox Academy in Ellisville, Mississippi. Knox Academy is a private school catering to both neurotypical and neurodivergent children, utilizing a Montessori education approach. The funding is intended to assist the academy in meeting the costs associated with these facility improvements during the fiscal year 2027, beginning July 1, 2026. This allocation reflects a commitment to enhancing educational resources available to children with diverse learning needs.

Contention

Potential points of contention surrounding HB 1866 could relate to the prioritization of funding for private institutions over public educational resources. Critics may argue that such appropriations divert necessary funds from public schools that serve larger populations of students. Advocates of the bill, however, may emphasize the unique role of Knox Academy in providing specialized educational services that public schools may not be able to offer. Discussions around this bill may focus on balancing support for alternative educational models while ensuring equitable funding for all educational institutions within the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3253

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Knox Academy for the renovation and equipment of its facilities.

MS HB1743

Appropriation; Fire Academy.

MS HB21

Appropriation; Fire Academy.

MS HB1206

Appropriation; Town of Glen to renovate its properties and facilities.

MS HB1167

State Fire Academy; rename certain facilities located on the premises of.

MS HB1844

Appropriation; City of Port Gibson for playground facilities improvements.

MS SB2988

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to DFA for software upgrades for Region 4 Mental Health Services facilities.

MS SB3081

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the MDCC for expansion of the law enforcement training academy.

MS HB1686

Appropriation; Hinds County for expanding broadband Internet access.

MS HB1774

Appropriation; MS Symphony Orchestra for expanding its music education initiatives throughout the state.

Similar Bills

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MD HB390

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MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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