MS HB1653

Appropriates $175,050.00 from the Mississippi Athletic Commission Fund for fiscal year 2011 (July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011).

Authorizes 1 permanent full-time position and restricts salary increases to specific circumstances including teacher increments, career ladder advancement, and certified professional licenses.

Requires the agency to maintain accounting and personnel records at the same format and detail as fiscal year 2010 and submit comparable budget requests.

Mandates preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing commodities or equipment with equal bids, and requires compilation of cell phone usage records for public availability.

Establishes criteria for state agencies conducting information campaigns, including development of goals, evaluation of effectiveness, and preference for Mississippi-owned media companies.