Tammie Lawrence

The 2026 Annual Action Plan outlines the strategic direction for federal grant funding administered by the Mississippi Home Corporation and Mississippi Development Authority, covering the period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. Key priorities include expanding and preserving affordable rental housing, increasing homeownership opportunities through homeowner rehabilitation assistance, and expanding Community Housing Development Organizations. The plan also focuses on enhancing housing stability and homelessness prevention programs, and promoting economic development by creating and retaining jobs for lower-income persons, alongside investing in supportive infrastructure. The overarching goal is to improve housing conditions, foster self-sufficiency, and support community development in Mississippi.

The State of Mississippi's Consolidated Plan outlines a collaborative strategy for housing and community development, aiming to create viable communities through decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities. Its key goals include expanding and preserving affordable rental housing, linking housing development with employment and support services to promote self-sufficiency, increasing homeownership for low-income households, enhancing housing stability and homelessness prevention, and fostering economic development. The plan also focuses on increasing manufactured housing stock, homeowner rehabilitation, and awareness of Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs).

The State of Mississippi's Annual Action Plan for 2025 outlines the strategic use of federal funds (CDBG, HOME, HTF, HOPWA, ESG) to address critical housing and community development needs from 2025 to 2029. This plan focuses on expanding and preserving affordable rental housing, linking housing development with employment and supportive services, and increasing homeownership opportunities. It also prioritizes enhancing housing stability and preventing homelessness, providing homeowner rehabilitation assistance, and fostering the growth of Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). Additionally, the plan aims to provide Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) services and support broader economic and public facility development.

This playbook by the Economic Innovation Group offers comprehensive guidance for governors and mayors on the selection and designation of high-impact Opportunity Zones under the OZ 2.0 framework. It outlines eight strategic principles for state zone selection processes, emphasizing early preparation, setting a statewide economic vision, coordinating efforts, engaging local partners, balancing economic need with investment potential, combining quantitative and qualitative insights, ensuring transparency, and aligning nominations with supportive policy tools. The objective is to facilitate the flow of private capital into low-income communities from 2027 to 2036, thereby fostering economic development and maximizing community impact.

The Strategic Plan for Visit Mississippi outlines a roadmap to enhance the state's tourism industry, focusing on attracting visitors, shaping its global image, and boosting economic impact. The plan is structured around five key imperatives: Amplifying Mississippi's Stories, Enhancing the Visitor Experience, Destination Development, Educating, Empowering, and Supporting stakeholders, and achieving Organizational Excellence. The overarching vision is to establish Mississippi as a preferred destination for vibrant cultural heritage and unforgettable experiences.