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MS Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund appropriation unclear

By: Frank Corder - April 5, 2022

Agreement between the chambers was to put a $20 million cap in the fund, yet only $10 million was placed in the appropriations bill.

Last week, both chambers in the Mississippi Legislature signed off on the Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, agreeing to the conference report on HB 606 that fills the fund through an appropriation by the Legislature and not a sales tax diversion.

That conference report has been sent to the Governor for his signature.

READ MORE: Legislature passes Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund

A cap of $20 million, excluding federal funds, was agreed to by both chambers and it was the assumption that that amount would be placed into the fund.  However, there is no obligation for the Legislature to appropriate a certain amount each year.

Now, as the appropriations process wraps up, SB 2780 has only placed $10 million into the new fund, causing a number of interested parties and lawmakers to scratch their heads.

Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann appeared on SuperTalk’s Gallo Show on Tuesday saying his personal position and the Senate position is that the full $20 million should be placed in the Outdoor fund.

 

 

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Frank Corder

For nearly two decades, Frank Corder has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, elections, business and matters of faith. He is the Editor for Magnolia Tribune where he oversees the day-to-day content development. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been syndicated throughout Mississippi as well as in various national publications. His resume includes appearances on the BBC, CBS News, ABC News, and Fox News, among others. Frank is a frequent analyst on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State and beyond. During his career, Frank has interviewed government officials and candidates from City Halls to the White House, including Presidential candidates, White House officials, U.S. Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet Secretaries, and Governors. He previously hosted his own local radio and television programs and has managed private businesses in the financial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Frank has served his community as an elected City Councilman and as an Assistant/Acting City Manager. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, he led the effort to plan Pascagoula's recovery and rebuilding which earned him recognition as Mississippi's Volunteer of the Year. Frank also led Pascagoula's municipal government out of a $14.5 million deficit, which the Mississippi State Auditor heralded as a model for other communities facing dire financial straits. As the president of the Pascagoula High School Quarterback Club, Frank has self-published "The Book of Pascagoula Football." He has been married for over 25 years and has two children, both of whom work in public education. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com