Appropriation; Office of Workforce Development for the MS Allied Health College and Career Navigator Grant Program.

HB 300 allocates $2.5 million from the State General Fund to the Office of Workforce Development for the Mississippi Allied Health College and Career Navigator Grant Program during fiscal year 2026. This funding supports and expands existing services that help students pursue allied health careers through college pathways and career navigation assistance. The program directly benefits Mississippi students in allied health fields by providing financial support and guidance to enter healthcare careers. The Department of Employment Security will manage the funds as the fiscal agent.