Commend District 44 Senator John A. Polk for distinguished service to State Senate.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 152), not a policy bill. It formally commends Mississippi State Senator John A. Polk (District 44) for his retirement after serving since 2012, recognizing his leadership and service to the state Senate. The resolution highlights his committee roles, business background, and a 2025 civilian award from the Mississippi National Guard. It contains no policy changes or mechanisms, as it is purely a statement of appreciation from the Senate.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Apr 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 2, 2025
Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Floor votes · Senate Apr 3, 2025
How they voted
47–0
Passed · 4 other
Total votes 51
Apr 3, 2025
D
Democratic16
93% Yea
R
Republican35
91% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
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Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Apr 3, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted
upper
Apr 2, 2025
Upper · Passed
Title Suff Do Be Adopted
upper
Apr 2, 2025
Committee
Referred To Rules
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dean Kirby
RRepublican
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