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Appropriations panel approves amended funding for state fair campground restroom and safety upgrades
Summary
The Appropriations Committee approved amendments to Senate Bill 2009 to continue premium awards funding for 4‑H/FFA exhibitors and add one‑time funds for a campground restroom facility and safety/security infrastructure at the State Fairgrounds; the committee approved the amended bill by roll call.
The Appropriations Committee approved amendments to Senate Bill 2009 on a party-line roll call, adding one‑time funds for a campground restroom/shower/laundry facility and safety and security infrastructure at the State Fairgrounds while continuing the existing premium awards line.
Committee chair Chairman Beckettall convened the committee and placed Senate Bill 2009 (State Fair Association) before the panel; Senator Sorvaugh’s designee Senator Thomas carried the measure and explained the package to the committee.
The amendments approved by committee keep the existing premium award funding for 4‑H and FFA exhibitors at the prior biennium level. Senator Thomas described two one‑time additions that drove the net increase: funding for a campground restroom/shower/wash…
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