Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2907

Introduced

1/25/23

Refer

1/25/23

Failed

2/22/23

Caption

General Fund; FY2024 appropriation to Co-Lin Community College for Educational, Performing Arts, and Athletic Center.

Impact

The funding designated by SB2907 is significant for Copiah-Lincoln Community College as it seeks to improve its infrastructure and expand opportunities for students. By investing in the construction of the EPAAC, the college aims to provide state-of-the-art facilities that can support educational programs as well as community events. This investment may also have long-term economic benefits for the surrounding area by attracting more students and events that require the use of these new facilities.

Summary

Senate Bill 2907 is a legislative proposal aimed at allocating funds to Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Mississippi. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund, specifically for the fiscal year 2024, to support expenses related to the construction of the Educational, Performing Arts, and Athletic Center (EPAAC) at the college. This initiative is intended to enhance the educational facilities and promote student engagement in both academic and extracurricular activities.

Contention

While specific voting histories or debates regarding this bill were not included in the documents, appropriations bills can often encourage discussion regarding state budget priorities and the allocation of resources among different educational institutions. Stakeholders may debate the necessity of the funding, the impact on other educational programs, and the effectiveness of such appropriations in enhancing educational outcomes. However, overall support for initiatives that improve community colleges typically garners bipartisan backing, given their role in workforce development and education access.

Latest MS SB2907 Activity

View All Events: MS 2023 Regular Session SB2907

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3063

Appropriation; Community and Junior College Board - Support for community and junior colleges.

MS SB2011

Appropriation; Community and Junior Colleges Board - Support for community and junior colleges.

MS SB3012

Appropriation; Community and Junior Colleges Board - Support for community and junior colleges.

MS SB2939

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Hinds County for construction of a community center and park in Pocahontas.

MS SB3280

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Lee County for storm shelters at various community centers.

MS SB3242

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Mississippi Delta Community College for the purchase and equipping of vehicles.

MS SB3353

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Pearl River County for construction of a fire station to support Pearl River Community College.

MS SB3243

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to MS Delta Community College for expansion of its law enforcement training academy.

MS SB3249

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Webb for the Webb Community Center Project.

MS SB2920

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation for repair, renovation and refurbishment of E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB0390

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 SB1220

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.