SB2603

HBCU Equity Fund; create.

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In Text

Establishes the HBCU Equity Fund to address funding disparities, modernize facilities, and support academic programs at Mississippi's HBCUs.

The bill creates the HBCU Equity Fund to eliminate documented equity gaps in operating funding, address deferred maintenance and capital needs, and support academic programs, research capacity, and student services at Alcorn State University, Jackson State University, and Mississippi Valley State University. The fund will receive legislative appropriations, bond proceeds, federal funds, grants, and private gifts.

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Jan 19

Senate

Referred To Universities and Colleges;Appropriations