Appropriation; IHL for planning and constructing to a new dormitory at Jackson State University.

HB 1836 appropriates $30 million from the State General Fund to Jackson State University for Phase 1 of planning and constructing a new dormitory on its campus, covering the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the university’s infrastructure project, affecting students who will use the new dormitory and the university’s campus development plans. Key provisions include specifying the exact funding amount, the project phase (planning and initial construction), and the fiscal year for disbursement. This is a straightforward budget allocation with no policy changes beyond the funding mechanism.