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Mississippi Senate Bill SB3321
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
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Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3321

Introduced
2/24/26  
Refer
2/24/26  

Caption

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to MDCPS for temporary hotel placement and contracted care provider.

Impact

The allocated funding is intended to alleviate some of the financial burdens faced by the MSDCPS as it navigates the challenges of providing appropriate care placements for children who are in temporary situations. This bill seeks to ensure that essential services remain available and that children are placed in safe and appropriate environments, particularly when there are no permanent placements available.

Summary

Senate Bill 3321 aims to appropriate $10 million from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS) for the fiscal year 2027. The primary goal of this legislation is to cover costs associated with temporary hotel placements and contracted care providers, which are essential components in providing services to children in need of care and protection.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding SB3321 is the reliance on temporary hotel placements, which could be viewed as less than ideal for long-term child welfare. Critics may argue that these placements do not provide the stability or nurturing environment that children need, potentially leading to adverse emotional and psychological outcomes. Furthermore, discussions may arise regarding the adequacy of funding and whether it sufficiently addresses the broader issues within the state's child protection system.

Latest MS SB3321 Activity

View All Events: MS 2026 Regular Session SB3321

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3054

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

MS SB3222

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Bruce for water line replacements.

MS SB3225

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Carroll County for road improvements.

MS SB2088

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to IHL for natural hair care school in Greenville, Mississippi.

MS SB3178

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Drew for road repair.

MS SB3198

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Water Valley for improvements to streets and pavement.

MS SB3200

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Town of Oakland for water pump repairs or replacements.

MS SB3152

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Simpson County for road repair.

MS SB3154

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Florence for a water well.

MS SB3241

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for sewer rehabilitation.

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.