Mississippi Senate Bill SB2213

Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/2/24
• Refer: 2/2/24
• Failed: 3/27/24

Caption

General Fund; FY2025 appropriation to MSU Extension Service for certain youth preparedness education programs.

Impact

The funding outlined in SB2213 will specifically cover instructor certification and training, as well as the delivery of programs such as the Mississippi Youth Preparedness Initiative and The Pillowcase Project, among others. This initiative is expected to benefit communities throughout all eighty-two counties in Mississippi by providing young people with the knowledge and skills needed for emergencies and disasters, thereby contributing to enhanced community safety and resilience.

Summary

Senate Bill 2213 proposes an appropriation of $100,000 from the State General Fund to the Mississippi State University Extension Service for funding various youth preparedness education programs for the fiscal year 2025. The intent of the bill is to enhance preparedness education among youth by implementing a wide range of programs aimed at different age groups, fostering skills that are essential in emergency situations.

Contention

While the bill focuses on youth education and community preparedness, it may also raise discussions around the allocation of funds, particularly in contexts where other educational or social needs might be prioritized. This could lead to debates among lawmakers about budget priorities and the best approaches to preparing the youth for future challenges, especially in light of the existing financial context of the state and competing needs across other sectors.