Mississippi Senate Bill 2003 appropriates an additional $29.5 million in state funds for fiscal year 2027 to support youth justice system reforms. The Department of Human Services will receive $12 million from the Capital Expense Fund to renovate and expand the Oakley Youth Development Center, along with $7.5 million from the State General Fund to establish statewide diversion programs for juveniles. Additionally, the Department of Public Safety is allocated $10 million from the Capital Expense Fund to acquire, renovate, or lease new secured detention facilities in both North and South Mississippi.
Mississippi House Bill 2 appropriates a total of $29.5 million in state funds for the fiscal year 2027 to support juvenile justice and youth services. The Department of Human Services will receive $12 million from the Capital Expense Fund to renovate and expand the Oakley Youth Development Center, along with $7.5 million from the State General Fund to establish statewide youth diversion programs. Additionally, the Department of Public Safety is allocated $10 million from the Capital Expense Fund to acquire, design, or lease new secured detention facilities for juveniles in both North and South Mississippi.
