First look at applications for 2026 Gulf Coast Restoration Funds projects

In 2026, the Mississippi legislature will have about $65 million in Gulf Coast Restoration Funds for projects around South Mississippi.

Counties, cities, and developers have been applying for money.

Thursday, the advisory board took its first look at the applications in an ongoing effort to pick the best possibilities.

Board member and CEO of the Gulf Coast Business Council, Jamie Miller, will play a key role in the process and he is here in the studio with us.