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MS HB336
Bill
Status
2/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Orlando Paden
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $11,000,000 from the State General Fund to the State Department of Health for the MAGnet Community Health Disparity Program for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026).
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Directs funds to address disproportionate COVID-19 infections and deaths in Mississippi's minority communities through developing mitigation plans and reducing negative health outcomes.
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Requires the program to reduce racial disparities in COVID-19 vaccine distribution and availability while conducting outreach to encourage minority community members to receive vaccines.
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Allows Federally Qualified Health Centers in the state to apply to the MAGnet Community Health Corporation for funding from the appropriated amount.
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Takes effect July 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Appropriation; Health Department for MAGnet Community Health Disparity Program.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/26/2025