Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2998

Introduced

3/8/24

Refer

3/8/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to DPS for the Save Our Underfunded Local Schools Grant Program.

Impact

The funding provided by SB2998 is expected to have a significant impact on the operations of underfunded schools throughout the state. By investing in these institutions, the bill aims to ensure that essential educational programs are maintained and that students in local communities receive a proper educational experience. The support offered to public education through this bill is pivotal, especially as many schools struggle financially, which can hinder their ability to deliver quality education.

Summary

Senate Bill 2998 is an appropriation bill aimed at allocating funds to the Department of Public Safety for the Save Our Underfunded Local Schools Grant Program. The bill proposes an allocation of $10 million from the State General Fund to support the program during the fiscal year 2025, which starts on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. This initiative is designed to assist local schools that are currently facing funding challenges, enabling them to improve their resources to enhance educational outcomes for students.

Contention

While the bill is generally framed as supportive of education, some points of contention may arise regarding how the allocated funds will be distributed and monitored. Concerns might be raised about the adequacy of the funding in addressing the real financial needs of underfunded schools, as well as potential bureaucratic inefficiencies in the allocation process. Stakeholders may debate the criteria for schools to qualify for this funding and the long-term sustainability of the financial aid provided by this appropriation.

Latest MS SB2998 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2916

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to MDE for the Mississippi Dyslexia Education Funding Grant Program.

MS SB2136

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to MDA for the West Central Mississippi Incubator Grant Program.

MS SB2145

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to MDA for the West Central Mississippi Incubator Grant Program.

MS SB2913

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Alcorn State University for STEM-related programs.

MS SB3251

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Town of Inverness for purchase of emergency power generation equipment.

MS SB3189

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Union School District for workforce development projects and certain programs.

MS SB3107

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for parks and recreation safety.

MS SB3092

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for purchase of a fire truck and fire safety equipment.

MS SB3235

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Indianola for purchase of a fire truck and fire safety equipment.

MS SB3233

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Department of Education for public school districts to fund autism specialists.

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.