Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB3009

Introduced

2/10/26

Refer

2/10/26

Failed

2/25/26

Caption

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO THE UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA, INC., TO SUPPORT THE 211 MISSISSIPPI HELPLINE, A STATEWIDE RESOURCE AND REFERRAL SERVICE THAT CONNECTS CALLERS WITH A VARIETY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE RESOURCES SPECIFIC TO THEIR NEEDS AND GEOGRAPHICAL AREA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2027.

Impact

The passage of SB3009 is expected to strengthen the infrastructure of health and human services available to the residents of Mississippi. By funding the 211 Helpline, the bill aims to facilitate access to essential services, including healthcare, housing, and food assistance. This is particularly crucial for vulnerable populations who may have difficulty navigating available resources. The appropriation may lead to improved health outcomes and enhanced community support services across the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 3009 proposes an appropriation of $500,000 from the State General Fund to support the United Way of the Capital Area, Inc. This funding is specifically aimed at enhancing the 211 Mississippi Helpline, a statewide resource and referral service designed to connect individuals with various health and human service resources tailored to their specific needs and geographical location. The bill is intended to provide critical support for this service for the fiscal year 2027, which runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

Contention

While the bill advocates for improving service accessibility, potential points of contention might arise regarding the allocation of state funds and the effectiveness of the 211 service. Critics may question whether the helpline adequately addresses the diverse needs of the population and if the funding is sufficient to support its operations. Additionally, discussions could surface around the prioritization of state funding for such services, particularly in light of competing needs in other sectors.

Latest MS SB3009 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1668

Appropriation; DFA for United Way of the Capital Area to support the 211 Mississippi helpline.

MS SB2945

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation for DFA for support at the 211 Mississippi helpline.

MS SB2263

Approval of oyster leases by the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources; clarify authority.

MS HB20

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

MS SB2957

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Washington County for ADA access to the Dept. of Health and Human Services building.

MS HB921

Mississippi School Resource Officers School Safety (MS ROSS) Act; create to provide funding to local law enforcement agencies.

MS HB1729

Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.

MS SB2380

Audit; perform a 50 year comparison of appropriations at Alcorn and Mississippi State University.

MS HB8

Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.

MS HB1742

Appropriation; Human Services, Department of.

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