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Payton Longmire Lockey, Madison, Mississippi, Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, four year term effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2030.

2026 Regular Session

Mississippi legislature confirms Payton Longmire Lockey's appointment to the Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Board for a four-year term starting July 2026.

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Bill Summary · SN 52

Legislative bill overview

This bill confirms the appointment of Payton Longmire Lockey of Madison, Mississippi to the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2030. The appointment has already been confirmed by the legislature as of March 25, 2026.

Why is this important

The Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund manages conservation funding and natural resource investments across the state. Board trustees make decisions affecting land preservation, wildlife management, and outdoor recreation programs that impact both environmental policy and how conservation dollars are allocated.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information available about Lockey's qualifications, conservation background, or any competing candidates
  • No transparency documentation visible regarding the nomination process or selection criteria
  • Potential concerns about board composition and whether appointees represent diverse geographic or stakeholder interests across Mississippi

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

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