Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3087

Introduced

3/22/24

Refer

3/22/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to Scott County School District for construction of a STEAM Academy.

Impact

The passage of SB3087 is intended to improve educational opportunities within Scott County, providing the necessary funds for constructing a facility that focuses on STEAM disciplines. This initiative is expected to address educational disparities in the region and foster future innovations by equipping students with advanced skills critical for succeeding in a technology-driven economy. The funding is drawn from the State General Fund, which means it will directly impact state budgeting priorities and might affect allocations to other educational or public service initiatives.

Summary

Senate Bill 3087 aims to allocate $5,000,000 from the State General Fund towards the construction of a Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy in the Scott County School District. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, and it underscores the state's commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and promoting specialized learning environments for students. By focusing on STEAM education, the bill aligns with current trends in educational development, which emphasize the importance of these fields for future job markets and economic growth.

Contention

While the bill appears to be a positive step towards fostering educational development, there may be contention regarding the allocation of funds. Stakeholders might debate whether such appropriations align with broader educational needs across the state or if they should be more evenly distributed among various districts. Discussions could arise about prioritizing funding for new constructions versus enhancing existing facilities or programs, reflecting the ongoing challenges in balancing state educational budgets with diverse community needs.

Latest MS SB3087 Activity

View All Events: MS 2024 Regular Session SB3087

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3190

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Scott County School District for the final phase of the STEAM Academy renovations.

MS SB3191

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Newton County School District for the final phase of the Newton County CTE Center.

MS SB3202

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Scott County for certain infrastructure projects.

MS SB3251

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Scott County for the acquisition of the county development site.

MS SB3176

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Quitman County for jail construction.

MS SB3247

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Scott County for repair and improvement of county-owned office space.

MS SB3246

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Scott County for ADA improvements to the county courthouse and county owned voting precincts.

MS SB3304

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Scott County Volunteer Fire Departments for the purchase of equipment.

MS SB3156

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to Walthall County for the construction of an additional courtroom.

MS SB3199

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the Newton County School District for the Newton County CTE 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.