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MS HB1624
Bill
Status
Passed
4/19/2022
Primary Sponsor
John Read
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AI Summary
- Appropriates $2,715,364 from the State General Fund and $118,827,144 from special funds for the Department of Marine Resources for fiscal year 2023 (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
- Authorizes 103 permanent positions and 74 time-limited positions, with up to $600 annual uniform allowance for Marine Conservation Officers and Supervisors
- Allocates $12,455,247 from the Tidelands Fund for 27 public access projects across Harrison, Jackson, and Hancock counties, including boat ramps, harbor improvements, boardwalks, and dredging projects
- Designates $62,890,048 from Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA) funds for 53 projects including sewer system improvements, coastal restoration, oyster aquaculture, water quality monitoring, and the University of Southern Mississippi Ocean Enterprise Project
- Authorizes the department to expend up to an additional $17,000,000 in GOMESA funds that may become available during fiscal year 2023
Legislative Description
Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
4/19/2022
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/23/2022
Appropriations2/14/2022
Full Bill Text
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