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HB 1797 Mississippi House · 2026 Regular Session

Appropriation; IHL to strengthen environmental science research and extension programs at Alcorn State.

This bill allocates $430,000 from the state general fund to Alcorn State University for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funding specifically strengthens the university’s environmental science research and community outreach programs. This direct appropriation supports Alcorn State faculty, students, and local communities engaged in environmental science initiatives.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $430k from state general fund to Alcorn State for environmental science research, directly increasing public service funding under appropriations.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $430k to Alcorn State for environmental science research/extension programs, directly strengthening higher education initiatives and funding university programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates $430,000 to strengthen environmental science research and community outreach programs at Alcorn State, directly advancing environmental initiatives.95% confidence
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2026 Last action Feb 25, 2026
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Jan 28, 2026
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Referred To Appropriations E;Appropriations A
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Jeffery Harness
Jeffery Harness
DDemocratic
MS
85
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Photo of Grace Butler-Washington
Grace Butler-Washington
DDemocratic
MS
69
Co
Photo of Greg Holloway
Greg Holloway
DDemocratic
MS
76
Co
Photo of Rickey Thompson
Rickey Thompson
DDemocratic
MS
16