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Mississippi House Bill HB739
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB739

Introduced
1/16/26  
Refer
1/16/26  

Caption

Appropriation; IHL for renovations and safety projects at Jackson State University.

Impact

The funds appropriated through HB739 are earmarked for specific renovation projects, including significant upgrades to the interior of the T.B. Ellis Building and Annex, the Heritage Building, and the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. Additionally, a portion of the funds, approximately $4.3 million, is designated for the development and implementation of enhancements to campus safety. These renovations are expected to improve the overall infrastructure of the university and contribute to a safer learning environment for students, faculty, and staff.

Summary

House Bill 739 is a legislative act aimed at making an appropriation to the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning in Mississippi. The bill allocates funding to support renovation projects and enhance campus safety measures at Jackson State University for the fiscal year 2027. The total appropriation amounts to $31.4 million, which is intended to cover several key facilities on campus.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on infrastructural improvements, it may still encounter scrutiny regarding budget allocation priorities. Critics may question whether the state should direct such a large sum towards renovations at a single institution when multiple universities could similarly benefit from infrastructure investments. Moreover, there may be discussions about the prioritization of campus safety funding in light of broader trends in school security measures across the nation.

Latest MS HB739 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1946

Appropriation; IHL for renovations and safety projects at Jackson State University.

MS HB1796

Appropriation; IHL for repairs and renovations to residence halls at Alcorn State University.

MS HB409

Appropriation; IHL for making restorations and renovations on certain projects at JSU, ASU and MVSU.

MS HB137

Appropriation; IHL for construction of athletic stadium for Jackson State University.

MS HB216

Appropriation; IHL for construction of athletic stadium for Jackson State University.

MS HB1799

Appropriation; IHL for repairs and renovations of facilities on campus of Alcorn State.

MS HB1911

Appropriation; IHL for repairs and renovations to the T.B. Ellis Building at JSU.

MS HB1910

Appropriation; IHL for repairs and renovations to the Rose McCoy Auditorium at JSU.

MS HB421

Bonds; authorize issuance for improvements at Alcorn State University, Jackson State University and Mississippi Valley State University.

MS HB752

Appropriation; City of Jackson for renovations and infrastructure improvements Capitol Unit of Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi.

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