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Mississippi Senate Bill SB3055
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3055

Introduced
2/17/26  
Refer
2/17/26  
Engrossed
2/19/26  
Refer
2/24/26  
Enrolled
4/2/26  

Caption

Appropriation; IHL - Alcorn State - Agricultural programs.

Impact

By providing dedicated funding, SB3055 seeks to strengthen the infrastructure and capabilities of Alcorn State University's agricultural programs. This funding is crucial for facilitating advanced research and providing educational services that can help improve agricultural practices and productivity in the state. Moreover, the bill earmarks specific amounts for agency operations and specialized research within the Poultry Sciences Academic Research Center, indicating a focused effort on specific agricultural sectors.

Summary

Senate Bill 3055 focuses on the appropriation of funds to support and maintain the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Land-Grant Programs at Alcorn State University for the fiscal year 2027. This bill allocates a total of $8,161,869 from the State General Fund and an additional $436,640 from special source funds. The funding aims to enhance agricultural education and research, benefiting not only students and educators at the university but also the broader agricultural community in Mississippi.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding SB3055 is positive, reflecting broad support for agricultural education and research initiatives. Legislators recognize the importance of investing in education to drive economic development within the state's agricultural sector. The unanimous approval, as indicated by a vote of 50-0, underscores the collaborative consensus among lawmakers about the necessity of this funding for enhancing agricultural programs.

Contention

While the bill passed without opposition, it is important to consider potential areas of contention in agricultural funding, such as the prioritization of funding levels and the allocation of resources to various programs. Some lawmakers might raise concerns about ensuring accountability and transparency in how these funds are utilized, particularly in the context of ongoing discussions about budget management and educational funding equity in Mississippi.

Latest MS SB3055 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3004

Appropriation; IHL - Alcorn State - Agricultural programs.

MS SB2003

Appropriation; IHL - Alcorn State - Agricultural programs.

MS HB1780

Appropriation; IHL for the support of Alcorn State University Land-Grant Research and Extension Programs.

MS HB1785

Appropriation; IHL to support animal science and extension programs at Alcorn State.

MS HB1786

Appropriation; IHL to strengthen poultry science research and programs at Alcorn State.

MS HB1783

Appropriation; IHL for support of horticulture research and extension programs at Alcorn State.

MS HB1784

Appropriation; IHL to strengthen environmental science research and extension programs at Alcorn State.

MS HB1793

Appropriation; IHL for enhancing STEM-related facilities and programs at Alcorn State University.

MS SB3005

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

MS SB2004

Appropriation; IHL - Mississippi State University - Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

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