MS HB1583

Appropriates $316,890 from special funds to the State Board of Barber Examiners for fiscal year 2023 (July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023)

Authorizes 7 permanent positions and 0 time-limited positions for the agency

Sets performance targets including 420 examinations to be given, 1-day processing time for in-state licenses, and 3-day processing time for out-of-state licenses

Requires the agency to maintain complete accounting and personnel records and submit budget requests in the same format as previous years

Mandates purchasing preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind when bids are equal in price, quality, and service