Appropriation; Marine Resources, Department of.
What changed between versions
Added a new Section 6 appropriating $11,700,000 from the Tidelands Fund No. 3345200000 for tidelands projects, with detailed allocations for public access, management, bond repayment, and prior year projects.
Added Section 11 authorizing $92,725,224 for Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA) projects, including numerous new projects for coastal cities, counties, and environmental organizations.
Added Section 12 authorizing up to $10,000,000 from GOMESA funds for additional projects in accordance with federal escalation rules.
Section 1 was modified to clarify that appropriations are from the State General Fund and specify the fiscal year dates (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026).
Added Section 8 authorizing the Department of Marine Resources to move tidelands funds between approved projects upon request with proper documentation.
Added Section 13 prohibiting the use of funds to pay utilities for state-furnished housing, including electricity, gas, cable, and phone services.
Added Section 15 authorizing payments for expenses incurred during prior fiscal years up to $408,657.40.
Section 2 was modified to specify that appropriations come from special funds in the State Treasury to the credit of the Department of Marine Resources.
Added detailed headcount breakdowns showing 108 permanent and 65 time-limited positions authorized.
Added new provisions requiring the State Personnel Board to determine and publish projected annualized payroll costs based on current employees.
Added restrictions preventing general funds from replacing federal funds or special funds withdrawn from salaries authorized under the act.
Added requirements for political subdivisions receiving tidelands funds to comply with Section 29-15-9 of Mississippi Code and submit detailed reports to the Department of Marine Resources.
