MS SB3043

Appropriates $666,684.00 from the State General Fund to defray expenses of the Board of Tax Appeals for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026).

Authorizes 6 permanent positions and 0 time-limited positions for the agency.

Requires the Board of Tax Appeals to maintain personnel services spending at or below fiscal year 2026 appropriated amounts unless new programs or positions are added by the Legislature, with restrictions on salary adjustments for current employees.

Directs the agency to maintain complete accounting and personnel records in the same format and detail as fiscal year 2025, and requires comparable budget request formatting for fiscal year 2027.

Establishes procurement preferences for Mississippi Industries for the Blind when multiple bids are equal in price, quality, and service, and requires compliance with state debt and obligation limits.