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MS HB82

Bill

Status

Passed

4/9/2021

Primary Sponsor

Donnie Scoggin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 31-11-3 of Mississippi Code to authorize the Department of Finance and Administration to transfer up to $1,000,000 in available bond funds to each community college requesting exemption from department oversight.

  • Exempts community colleges receiving the funds from Department of Finance and Administration control and supervision over repair, renovation, and improvement of existing facilities, including utility infrastructure, heating and air conditioning systems, and furniture and equipment replacement.

  • Requires community colleges to comply with all applicable state statutes related to purchasing and project implementation for repair, renovation, and improvement projects.

  • Effective July 1, 2021.

Legislative Description

Community or junior colleges; authorize to administer construction contracts of $1,000,000.00 or less, and exempt certain oversight.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/9/2021

Committee Referrals

Finance2/16/2021
Universities and Colleges1/7/2021

Full Bill Text

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