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DMR: no new project funding this year; $80–85 million expected to carry to next year; Bonnie Carey fishermen aid underway
Summary
The department reported the legislature provided funds to operate the agency and pay bond debt but did not allocate new project funds this year; staff said about $80.84–$85 million is being held to fund projects next year. Separately, Bonnie Carey rounds for 2019 and 2020 recovery assistance for oystermen and shrimpers remain active.
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources told commissioners June 17 that the state Legislature authorized funds to operate the agency and cover bond debt but did not allocate new project funding for the current year; staff said roughly $80.84 million to $85 million is being held to support projects next year.
"Now we, we don't have any additional funds this year for, Go Mesa as far as, any projects. The…
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