Community colleges; authorize to use certain funds for certain new construction contracts.

SB 2299 allows Mississippi community colleges to use state funds for new construction projects without needing pre-approval from the Department of Finance and Administration. It permits colleges to self-administer these projects and select architects/engineers without competitive bidding, streamlining the process for building new facilities. The bill applies only to community colleges designated annually by the Mississippi Community College Board as capable of managing such contracts, and requires colleges to follow other applicable statutes for construction. This change expires on June 30, 2028.