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Mississippi House Bill HB336

Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB336

Introduced
1/10/25  
Refer
1/10/25  

Caption

Appropriation; Health Department for MAGnet Community Health Disparity Program.

Impact

The appropriated funds are intended to support the development and implementation of targeted plans to reduce occurrences of COVID-19 and associated negative health outcomes within minority population groups. A critical component of this initiative includes tackling racial disparities related to the availability and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. The bill underscores the state’s commitment to improving health equity and ensuring that all residents, particularly those in underrepresented communities, have access to necessary health resources.

Summary

House Bill 336 is an appropriation bill aimed at addressing health disparities in Mississippi, specifically those arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill allocates $11 million from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Health for the MAGnet Community Health Disparity Program for the fiscal year 2026. This funding is directed towards initiatives that focus on alleviating the impact of COVID-19 on minority communities, which have been disproportionately affected by the virus in terms of infections and deaths.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB336 could stem from the allocation of funds and the efficacy of implementation strategies within the MAGnet Community Health Disparity Program. Questions may arise regarding the effectiveness of previous funding measures aimed at addressing similar disparities and whether this new financial commitment can instigate meaningful changes in health outcomes. Additionally, the reliance on Federally Qualified Health Centers to administer these funds could spark debate on governance and accountability in the healthcare delivery system in Mississippi.

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