Appropriation; Ethics Commission.

SB 2013 allocates $754,641 from Mississippi's General Fund to cover the Mississippi Ethics Commission's expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It authorizes six permanent staff positions and requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching its 2025 reporting standards. The bill also mandates that the Commission give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing goods or vehicles, and ensures funds comply with state budget laws limiting spending to approved amounts. This is a routine funding measure for an existing agency, not a policy change affecting citizens or new regulations.