Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1622

Introduced

2/13/23

Refer

2/13/23

Engrossed

2/15/23

Refer

2/20/23

Enrolled

3/29/23

Passed

4/19/23

Caption

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

Impact

The bill impacts state law by outlining the budgetary allocations and operational mandates for the Department of Human Services. It escalates the agency's capacity through a defined headcount of 1,296 permanent and 474 time-limited positions, thereby enhancing its operational capability to deliver essential services. Furthermore, the appropriations are directly tied to improved accountability, as the agency is required to maintain detailed records of funded activities and ensure that no funds are mismanaged or misallocated. This funding strategy aims to improve service provision across various welfare programs, including food assistance and child support enforcement.

Summary

House Bill 1622 aims to make significant appropriations to the Department of Human Services for the fiscal year 2024, totaling over 1.8 billion dollars. Among the allocated funds, $75,784,205 is dedicated from the State General Fund to support operational expenses, while an additional substantial sum of approximately $1.74 billion is derived from various special funds. The bill emphasizes on ensuring that these funds are utilized strictly for necessary operations as defined by state and federal laws, reflecting the focus on efficient management of public resources.

Sentiment

The sentiment around House Bill 1622 appears largely positive, with bipartisan support for increased funding in critical areas such as child services and food assistance programs. Legislators and stakeholders highlight that augmenting the Department of Human Services budget demonstrates a commitment to social welfare and community support. However, there are concerns regarding fiscal responsibility and the need for transparent accountability in fund management, indicating some skepticism regarding the agency's spending efficiency.

Contention

There are notable points of contention related to the bill, particularly surrounding the allocation of funds and how they will be utilized. Critics express concern about the potential for mismanagement of the large appropriated sums and stress the importance of stringent oversight. Key opposing points include demands for public transparency in budget execution and effective monitoring of child support enforcement programs. Ensuring that funds are deployed correctly and produce the intended outcomes will be essential in mitigating these concerns.

Latest MS HB1622 Activity

View All Events: MS 2023 Regular Session HB1622

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1742

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

MS HB20

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

MS HB1909

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

MS HB5304

Department of Education Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Labor Appropriations Act, 2026

MS SB2587

Department of Education Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Labor Appropriations Act, 2026

MS SB1001

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Health and Department of Human Services

MS SB1418

Making An Emergency Appropriation To The Department Of Human Services.

MS SB1418

Making An Emergency Appropriation To The Department Of Human Services.

MS HB1099

Making An Emergency Appropriation To The Department Of Human Services.

MS HB101

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Health and Department of Human Services

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