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HB 19

Appropriation; Health, Department of.

2025 First Extraordinary Session Introduced by Richard Bennett and 8 co-sponsors

Mississippi budget bill allocating funds to Department of Health was partially vetoed by governor after legislative passage, reducing available public health spending.

Partially Vetoed By Governor
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Bill Summary · HB 19

Legislative bill overview

HB 19 is a budget appropriation bill for Mississippi's Department of Health that was signed into law on June 2, 2025, but subsequently partially vetoed by the Governor on June 19, 2025. The bill allocates state funds to support the department's operations and programs, though the specific dollar amounts and program details are not provided in the action history.

Why is this important

Budget appropriations directly determine what services the Department of Health can provide to Mississippi residents, including disease prevention, maternal health, disease surveillance, and other public health initiatives. A gubernatorial veto reduces the available funding, potentially limiting the department's capacity to address public health priorities in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Veto rationale unclear: The partial veto's specific reasoning and which programs were cut are not detailed in the action history, making it difficult to assess the impact
  • Funding adequacy: Questions may exist about whether remaining appropriated funds are sufficient for the department's mandated responsibilities
  • Political disagreement: The veto suggests potential disagreement between the legislature and governor on health spending priorities or overall fiscal policy

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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