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SB 2036

Appropriation; Revenue, Department of.

2025 First Extraordinary Session Introduced by Andy Berry and 3 co-sponsors

SB 2036 appropriates funds to Mississippi's Department of Revenue, enabling the state agency to collect taxes and administer revenue programs supporting government operations.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 2036

Legislative bill overview

SB 2036 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding to Mississippi's Department of Revenue. The bill was introduced by a bipartisan group of legislators and has completed the legislative process, receiving gubernatorial approval on June 17, 2025.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine how state agencies operate and what services they can provide to the public. Funding for the Department of Revenue is critical since this agency collects taxes, processes tax returns, and administers revenue-related programs that support all state government functions.

Potential points of contention

  • Specific allocation amounts: Without access to the full bill text, the appropriated dollar amount and whether it represents an increase, decrease, or maintenance of current funding levels cannot be determined—this significantly impacts Department of Revenue operations
  • Budget priorities: Legislators may have disagreed on whether this funding level adequately addresses tax collection infrastructure, staff retention, or technology modernization needs
  • Competing priorities: During budget season, this funding must be balanced against appropriations for education, healthcare, infrastructure, and other state departments

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

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