Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2940

Introduced

2/10/26

Refer

2/10/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH ADDITIONAL ID/DD HOME- AND COMMUNITY-BASED WAIVER SLOTS AND ADDITIONAL STAFF TO SUPPORT SUCH SLOTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The bill is expected to significantly increase the number of available ID/DD Home- and Community-Based Waiver slots from 2,850 to 4,600. This expansion aims to enhance access to necessary care and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, thus promoting improved quality of life and independence for these individuals. The provisions for additional staff not only enhance service capacity but also ensure that the quality of care is maintained as more individuals are served under these waivers.

Summary

Senate Bill 2940 proposes an appropriation for the Mississippi Department of Mental Health aimed at funding additional ID/DD (Intellectual Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities) Home- and Community-Based Waiver slots for the upcoming fiscal year of 2027. The bill allocates a total of $36 million from the state general fund to improve services for individuals with ID/DD, which includes significant funding for increasing the number of waiver slots available and for hiring additional staff to support these services.

Contention

While the bill's intention to support the mental health community is generally seen as positive, it could face scrutiny regarding its funding sources and long-term sustainability. There may be concerns about whether the state can continuously provide the financial backing needed for expanded services, especially considering potential economic fluctuations. Some advocates may also call for more comprehensive reforms that address systemic issues within mental health funding and services rather than merely increasing capacity.

Latest MS SB2940 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3250

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to DMH for additional ID/DD Home- and Community-Based Waiver slots and additional staff.

MS SB3017

Appropriation; Mental Health, Department of.

MS SB2016

Appropriation; Mental Health, Department of.

MS HB1683

Appropriation; Hinds County for purchasing body cameras and additional vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

MS HB1292

Medicaid; division shall seek waiver to allow coverage for additional eyeglasses within 5-year period for adults whose refraction has changed.

MS SB3054

Appropriation; additional appropriations for various state agencies for FY2025 and FY2026.

MS HB46

Appropriations; additional for various state agencies for FY25 and FY26.

MS HB1692

Appropriation; Department of Mental Health to expand outpatient and community-based services for certain formerly incarcerated state inmates.

MS HB1772

Appropriation; Additional appropriation for various state agencies.

MS HB2

Appropriation; additional to MDA for certain projects.

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MD HB350

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MD SB319

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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.