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HB 409

Appropriation; IHL for making restorations and renovations on certain projects at JSU, ASU and MVSU.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Hines

Mississippi bill proposes state funding for restoration and renovation projects at three historically Black universities; died in committee without passage.

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Bill Summary · HB 409

Legislative bill overview

HB 409 proposes state appropriations funding for restoration and renovation projects at three Mississippi historically Black universities: Jackson State University (JSU), Alcorn State University (ASU), and Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU). The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, after being referred to the Appropriations committees in January.

Why is this important

Infrastructure investment at HBCUs directly affects educational quality, student recruitment, campus safety, and institutional competitiveness. These three institutions serve significant numbers of Mississippi students and contribute to the state's workforce development, making their physical infrastructure a matter of public investment with long-term economic implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding specificity: The bill's vague language ("certain projects") leaves unclear which renovations would be prioritized and how much funding each institution would receive
  • Budget constraints: State appropriations for higher education are competitive; this funding would require allocation decisions among multiple competing priorities during potential budget constraints
  • Project selection process: No transparent criteria appear outlined for determining which projects qualify as critical restorations versus desired upgrades

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

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