Appropriation; Capital Post-Conviction Counsel, Office of.

This bill appropriates $1,996,069 from the State General Fund for the Office of Capital Post-Conviction Counsel to cover its expenses during Mississippi’s fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It directly funds the office’s operations, which provide legal representation to individuals facing death penalty convictions who are seeking post-conviction relief. The bill authorizes nine permanent staff positions and requires the office to maintain detailed financial and personnel records comparable to its 2025 reporting. It also mandates compliance with existing budget laws prohibiting overspending and ensures funds are paid through standard state fiscal procedures.