MS SB2886

Appropriates $473,855.00 from the State General Fund to the Board of Tax Appeals for fiscal year 2017 (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017).

Authorizes 6 permanent full-time positions for the Board of Tax Appeals.

Requires the agency to ensure fiscal year 2018 personal services funding does not exceed fiscal year 2017 levels unless new programs or positions are added by the Legislature.

Prohibits the use of general funds to replace withdrawn federal or special funds previously used for salaries, and requires compliance with IRS Publication 15-A regarding contract employee reporting.

Takes effect July 1, 2016.