Mississippi Senate Bill SB2121

Mississippi 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/22
• Refer: 1/13/22
• Failed: 2/23/22

Caption

Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds; FY2023 appropriation to Alcorn State University to improve water and sewer systems.

Impact

The approval of SB2121 is expected to significantly enhance the water and sewer systems at Alcorn State University, thus ensuring better service provision for students and staff. Improved infrastructure is crucial for maintaining health and safety standards in the educational environment and will likely contribute to improved operational efficiency within the university's facilities. The bill represents a direct response to the financial strains faced by educational institutions during the ongoing recovery from the pandemic.

Summary

Senate Bill 2121 is an appropriation bill aimed at addressing the water and sewer systems of Alcorn State University through the allocation of funds from the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund. The bill specifically allocates $3,700,000 to support improvements necessary for the university’s utility systems for the fiscal year 2023, which spans from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. This funding is intended to assist in the recovery and revitalization of university infrastructure impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Contention

While the bill has a focused objective of supporting educational infrastructure, it also emphasizes the need for responsible funding management from state resources in the context of the COVID-19 fiscal recovery. As such, stakeholders including university officials and state legislators may engage in discussions regarding the appropriateness of the funding amount, effectiveness in addressing specific needs, and the prioritization of projects amidst competing fiscal demands across different state departments.