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§ 43-55-23. Administration and support of commission functions; application, receipt, and expenditure of funds, grants, and services

The institutions of higher learning and the Office of the Governor shall provide necessary administrative and staff support services to the State Commission for Volunteer Service. Additional support services may be provided, including, but not limited to, the use of office space, furniture and equipment, motor vehicles, travel and other related services. The commission shall […]

§ 43-55-25. Availability of funds

All new programs authorized in this chapter are subject to the availability of funds specifically appropriated therefor by the Legislature.

§ 43-55-29. Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service Fund

There is established in the State Treasury a fund known as the “Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service Fund” (hereinafter referred to as “fund”). The fund shall consist of monies obtained from contributions made pursuant to Section 27-7-90, and from the additional fees collected under Section 27-19-56.16. Monies in the fund, upon appropriation by the Legislature, […]

§ 43-55-7. Commission functions

The voting members of the commission shall elect one (1) of the voting members to serve as chairperson of the commission. The voting members of the commission may elect other officers from among the members of the commission. The commission shall meet quarterly. However, the commission shall meet more frequently at the call of the […]

§ 43-55-9. Composition of commission

Members of the commission shall serve without compensation. However, members of the commission may be reimbursed for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties as members of the commission.

§ 43-55-11. Commission staff; executive director

The commission shall have staff necessary for the commission to perform its functions. The commission staff shall include an executive director. The executive director shall report directly to the commission for the purpose of giving and making recommendations on programs and laws related to volunteerism and community service.

§ 43-55-13. Duties of commission

The commission shall do all of the following: Promote increased coordination, visibility, and support for volunteers of all ages, especially youth and senior citizens, and community service in meeting the unmet needs of communities. Ensure that its funding decisions meet all federal and state requirements. Recommend innovative, creative, statewide service programs to increase volunteer participation […]