MS SB2400

Appropriates $500,000 from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety for fiscal year 2024-2025 to purchase and deliver razor wire fencing to Texas for border security purposes.

Authorizes the Mississippi Department of Public Safety to enter into contracts or agreements necessary for the proper delivery and use of the razor wire fencing.

States the appropriation is intended to assist Texas in replacing razor wire removed by federal border agents under a recent US Supreme Court ruling, targeting the East Texas and Louisiana migration route.

Identifies the legislative purpose as deterring illegal border crossings and addressing concerns about drug trafficking, human trafficking, and sex trade activities affecting Mississippi communities.

Takes effect July 1, 2024, with funds paid by the State Treasurer upon warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer.