Sen. Scott DeLano

Maddy summarySB 2632 is a procedural bill that reorganizes existing sections of Mississippi's Emergency Management Law (Mississippi Code of 1972) by moving specific code sections (33-15-1 through 33-15-53) to new positions in the code. It does not change the content or policy of these sections, which cover definitions, purposes, and structure of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The bill’s sole purpose is to facilitate future amendments by updating the code’s numbering. This reorganization affects the legal code itself, not individuals or entities, and requires no action from the public or agencies.

Maddy summarySB 3061 appropriates $190,004,192 from the State General Fund and authorizes $2,224,662,021 from patient/student fees and special funds to cover the University of Mississippi Medical Center's (UMMC) operating expenses for fiscal year 2027. The bill requires UMMC to maintain its schools (Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, etc.), provide detailed expenditure reports to the Legislature, and allocate specific funds for rural physician/dentist scholarships, a cancer institute, and a tobacco center. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly supporting UMMC's operations and healthcare services across Mississippi.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates over $1.67 billion in state funds for Mississippi's eight public universities (Alcorn State, Delta State, Jackson State, Mississippi State, Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi Valley State, University of Mississippi, and University of Southern Mississippi) for fiscal year 2027. It allocates $394.6 million from the general fund for general support, $1.277 billion from federal/student fees for operations, and $1.5 million from the Ayers Endowment for specific university needs. The bill also directs $145,000 for the Governor's School for Gifted Students (requiring statewide high school nominations) and $349,200 for the Teacher Corps program. Additionally, it mandates that off-campus centers receive at least 65% of on-campus student costs without indirect overhead charges.

Maddy summarySB 2409 creates the "Strengthen Mississippi Homes Program" within the Mississippi Department of Insurance to provide financial grants for homeowners and commercial property owners to retrofit structures against hurricane, tornado, and other windstorm damage. The bill increases grant amounts to $15,000 per home, replaces the previous "Comprehensive Hurricane Damage Mitigation Program," and establishes a dedicated "Strengthen Mississippi Homes Fund" funded partly by increased insurance agent fees. Property owners must be insurable, and insurance companies must notify clients about the program within 30 days of filing discount schedules. The program requires the Department of Insurance to set eligibility rules, prioritize grants based on reducing state risk, and report annually on grants awarded and homes retrofitted.

Maddy summarySB 3095 appropriates $28,041,412 from the General Fund and $21,487,878 from special funds to cover the Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services' (DITS) expenses for fiscal year 2027. The bill directly affects state agencies that rely on DITS for telecommunication, data center, and other IT services, funding their operations through these allocations. Key provisions restrict $12,034,227 of the total to "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits) for up to 136 permanent staff positions, with strict rules preventing overspending or using these funds for promotions or salary increases beyond authorized headcounts.

Maddy summarySB 3098 appropriates $15.12 million from Mississippi's General Fund and $24.06 million from special funds to cover the Secretary of State's office expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It specifically allocates $7.82 million for employee salaries, benefits, and "Vacancy Funding" to fill authorized positions (96 permanent and 11 temporary roles), with strict rules preventing fund transfers to other categories or exceeding budget limits. The bill requires the office to maintain detailed financial records matching 2026 standards and prohibits using these funds to replace federal or other special funds. As a funding measure, it does not change the Secretary of State's duties or create new policies.

Maddy summaryMississippi Senate Bill 3090 allocates $56.8 million from the General Fund and $25 million from special funds to cover the operating costs of the Mississippi Department of Revenue for fiscal year 2027. This includes funding for its Homestead Exemption Division, Motor Vehicle Comptroller, Alcohol Beverage Control Division, Enforcement Division, and reimbursement to counties and school districts for tax losses due to homestead exemptions. The bill also specifies that $44.7 million must be used exclusively for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) with strict limits on staffing levels (604 permanent positions) and prohibits using these funds for promotions or salary increases beyond approved levels. It requires the State Personnel Board to monitor spending to ensure compliance with annual budget caps and prohibits using general funds to replace other funding sources.

Maddy summarySB 3060 allocates $54.3 million from the state general fund and $4.5 million from federal/found sources to support Mississippi's student financial aid programs for fiscal year 2027. It directly affects Mississippi students receiving scholarships, grants, or loans through the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid, prioritizing those eligible under Section 37-106-39 of state law. The bill requires the Office to report annually on program usage, including recipient numbers, award amounts, and loan repayment status. It also specifies funding for 10 new optometry students annually and restricts funds from supporting certain specialized loan programs like the Southeast Asia POW/MIA Grant.

Maddy summarySB 3055 allocates $8,161,869 in state general funds and $335,000 from the Education Enhancement Fund to support Alcorn State University's agricultural research, extension, and land-grant programs for fiscal year 2027. The funds are specifically designated for agency operations ($170,000), the Poultry Sciences Academic Research Center ($300,000), and broader agricultural research including poultry, animal, and environmental science programs ($715,000). This appropriation directly affects Alcorn State University's existing agricultural programs and prohibits using state funds to replace federal or other external funding sources.

Maddy summarySB 3059 appropriates $21.37 million from general funds and $55.86 million from special sources (including $750,000 from the Education Enhancement Fund) to fund the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University for fiscal year 2027. The funding covers operations, a $180,000 scholarship program for rural veterinarians, Chronic Wasting Disease research, and construction of the Wise Center. The bill requires the college to meet specific performance targets, including a 95% pass rate on veterinary licensing exams and 38,800 patient visits at its Animal Health Center. It also mandates reporting on these metrics in the 2028 budget request. This bill directly affects Mississippi State University's veterinary program and its students, faculty, and clinical services.