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MS HB919

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeffery Harness

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes up to $11,917,500 in state general obligation bonds to fund construction, furnishing, and equipping of a Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Math (STEAM) Outreach Center at Alcorn State University

  • Creates the "2026 Alcorn State University Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Math (STEAM) Outreach Center Fund" as a special fund within the State Treasury to hold bond proceeds

  • Bonds may have a maximum maturity of 25 years and are backed by the full faith and credit of the State of Mississippi

  • Bonds and income from them are exempt from all Mississippi state taxation and qualify as legal investments for trustees, fiduciaries, and financial institutions

  • No bonds may be issued under this act after July 1, 2030, with the act taking effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Bonds; authorize issuance for construction of a Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Math Center at Alcorn State University.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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