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Mississippi Legislature Approves Appropriation for Livestock Shows and Events

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The Mississippi Legislature has recently approved an appropriation of funds for the Mississippi Fair Commission to support various livestock shows and events across the state. The appropriation, known as Senate Bill No. 2887, was passed on March 19, 2015, after undergoing several revisions and amendments. The bill aims to provide financial support for the expenses of the Dixie National Livestock Show, a roundup for junior exhibitors of livestock and goats, supplemental funds for livestock premiums, county livestock shows, five district livestock shows, five state dairy shows, and the Mississippi High School Rodeo.

Key Takeaways:

  • The appropriation of funds is for the Mississippi Fair Commission to support various livestock shows and events across the state.
  • The appropriation, known as Senate Bill No. 2887, was passed on March 19, 2015, after undergoing several revisions and amendments.
  • The bill provides financial support for the expenses of the Dixie National Livestock Show, a roundup for junior exhibitors of livestock and goats, and other events.
  • The appropriation also includes supplemental funds for livestock premiums, county livestock shows, five district livestock shows, five state dairy shows, and the Mississippi High School Rodeo.
  • The bill requires that the funds be paid out of the state treasury for fiscal year 2016.
  • The principal author of the bill is Senator Clarke, with additional authors including Senators Burton, Collins, Lee, Tindell, and Younger.
  • The bill was referred to the Appropriations Committee in both the Senate and House of Representatives before being passed.

Statistics:

  • The appropriation of funds for the Mississippi Fair Commission is for the purpose of defraying the expenses of various livestock shows and events.
  • The funds will be paid out of the state treasury for fiscal year 2016.
  • The total amount of the appropriation is unspecified in the provided text.

Sources:

  • Daily Action Report
  • Senate Bill No. 2887
  • Mississippi Legislature
  • editorial@plusmediasolutions.com

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