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SB 3096

Appropriation; Military Department.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dennis DeBar and 6 co-sponsors

Mississippi appropriates state funds to the Military Department to support operations, personnel, and readiness of the state's defense and emergency response capabilities.

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Bill Summary · SB 3096

Legislative bill overview

SB 3096 is a fiscal appropriations bill that allocates state funds to Mississippi's Military Department. The bill has progressed through committee with a substitute version adopted and has been passed by the chamber. The specific dollar amounts and program allocations within the appropriation are not detailed in the action history provided.

Why is this important

Military Department funding affects state readiness, operations of the Mississippi National Guard, military facilities, personnel compensation, and emergency response capabilities. Appropriations bills are fundamental to government operations, directly determining what services and operations can be sustained or expanded in the coming fiscal period.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding levels: Whether the appropriated amount adequately addresses military operational needs, infrastructure maintenance, and personnel recruitment/retention compared to departmental requests
  • Committee substitution details: The adopted substitute version may represent compromises or changes from the original bill that could affect specific programs or priorities within the Military Department
  • Fiscal priorities: Questions about whether military funding allocations reflect appropriate state budget priorities relative to other departments and public needs

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

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