Appropriation; IHL - Alcorn State - Agricultural programs.
Approved by Governor
Summary
The Senate passed a funding bill that provides $8.16 million from the state general fund and $436,640 from the Education Enhancement Fund to support Alcorn State University's agricultural research, extension and land‑grant activities for the 2027 fiscal year. Money is earmarked for a poultry sciences research center, broader agricultural research and extension work, and a modest salary boost for faculty. The act also includes procurement preferences for the Mississippi Industries for the Blind and safeguards against using the funds to replace federal dollars.
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