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MS HB88
Bill
Status
Failed
2/28/2023
Primary Sponsor
Rickey Thompson
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AI Summary
- Establishes a three-year Natural Resource Camp pilot program for students in Lee and Monroe counties to teach environmental stewardship, including the importance of soil, water, plants, animals, air, property ownership, and wealth creation
- Program will be administered jointly by the boards of supervisors of Lee and Monroe counties and must be implemented within 60 days of the effective date
- Boards of supervisors must submit annual reports to the Legislature by July 1, 2024, and annually thereafter detailing student participation, staff requirements, operating costs, program effectiveness, improvement recommendations, and cost projections for statewide expansion
- Program funding depends on legislative appropriations or funds received by the counties as gifts, donations, or bequests
- Effective date is July 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Natural Resource Camp Pilot Program Act of 2023; establish for students in Lee and Monroe Counties.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/28/2023
Committee Referrals
Agriculture2/14/2023
Conservation and Water Resources1/4/2023
Full Bill Text
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