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MS HB136
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Hines
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AI Summary
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Authorizes $60,000,000 in state general obligation bonds to fund repair, renovation, and upgrading of campus buildings, facilities, and infrastructure at three historically Black universities
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Allocates $20,000,000 each to Alcorn State University, Jackson State University, and Mississippi Valley State University
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Creates the "2026 Alcorn State University, Jackson State University and Mississippi Valley State University Improvements Fund" as a special fund within the State Treasury
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Bonds must be issued by July 1, 2030, with a maximum maturity of 25 years, and are backed by the full faith and credit of Mississippi
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Unused funds must be accounted for within four years; upon project completion or abandonment, remaining amounts apply to bond debt service
Legislative Description
Bonds; authorize issuance for improvements at Alcorn State University, Jackson State University and Mississippi Valley State University.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/25/2026