Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB513

Introduced

1/23/24

Refer

1/23/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; Lee and Monroe Counties for funding The National Resource Camp pilot program.

Impact

The passing of HB 513 is expected to enhance educational initiatives related to natural resource management in the specified counties, potentially leading to increased awareness and empowerment of local communities regarding environmental sustainability. By funding the Natural Resource Camp, the bill aligns with broader educational and environmental goals, encouraging stewardship of natural resources among young residents and fostering their appreciation for local ecology.

Summary

House Bill 513 is an appropriation bill introduced in the Mississippi Legislature aiming to allocate funding for the Natural Resource Camp pilot program in Lee and Monroe Counties. The bill proposes a total of $50,000 to be appropriated from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025, beginning on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2025. This funding is directed towards the Boards of Supervisors of both counties for the specific purpose of supporting the pilot program, which is presumably focused on educating participants about natural resources and conservation efforts.

Contention

Notably, while the funding for this program is relatively modest, it could raise discussions regarding the effectiveness and reach of such pilot programs. Some legislators and community members may question whether this investment is sufficient to address comprehensive environmental education needs in the counties, or if similar initiatives in other regions of the state might necessitate comparable funding allocations. Additionally, the reliance on state funds for local programs may lead to debates about ongoing financial support and sustainability of the initiative beyond the initial appropriated amount.

Latest MS HB513 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB173

Appropriation; Lee and Monroe counties for funding The National Resource Camp pilot program.

MS HB475

Appropriation; Lee and Monroe counties for funding The National Resource Camp pilot program.

MS HB474

Natural Resource Camp Pilot Program Act of 2026; establish for students in Lee and Monroe counties.

MS HB174

Natural Resource Camp Pilot Program Act of 2025; establish for students in Lee and Monroe counties.

MS HB1994

Appropriation; Monroe County for Tenn-Tom Bike Trail Project.

MS HB1995

Appropriation; Monroe County for Egypt Road Improvement Project.

MS SB0829

Appropriations: supplemental; funding for natural resources trust fund capital outlay projects; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

MS HF1218

Environment and natural resources trust fund appropriations allocated, prior appropriations modified, grant programs established, report required, and money appropriated.

MS HB8

Appropriation; Monroe County for costs of certain road improvement projects in District 5.

MS HB463

Appropriation; Monroe County for costs of certain road improvement projects in District 5.

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