Appropriation; Ethics Commission.

SB 3014 appropriates $754,389 from the state General Fund to cover the Mississippi Ethics Commission's operating expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026). The bill authorizes six permanent staff positions and requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching its 2025 reporting standards. It also directs the Commission to prioritize purchasing from the Mississippi Industries for the Blind and permits using funds for vehicle insurance. This is a routine funding measure for an existing agency, not a policy change affecting citizens or businesses. The bill was pending in conference committee as of March 29, 2025, and did not become law.