Earl "Big E" Sanders, Jr.; commend upon induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame.
This House Resolution (HR 78) formally commends Earl "Big E" Sanders, Jr., for his induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. It recognizes his athletic achievements as a Jackson State University standout (1984-1986), where he became the first player to earn both SWAC Hitter and Pitcher of the Year in the same season, and his later coaching legacy at Tougaloo College, including the 2023 dedication of the Bulldogs' baseball field in his honor. The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute by the Mississippi House of Representatives, highlighting his contributions to collegiate athletics and the state. It does not create new laws or affect policy.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2026
Last action Mar 4, 2026
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HR 78 changed status from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House,' indicating the resolution was passed by the Mississippi House of Representatives. The resolution commends and congratulates Mr. Earl 'Big E' Sanders, Jr., upon his induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. No substantive policy changes were made.
TECHNICAL
The bill status changed from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House,' reflecting that the resolution was adopted by the full House. A line reading '(As Adopted by House)' was added after the title for clarity.
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 3, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Title Suff Do Be Adopted
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Committee
Referred To Rules
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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John Hines
DDemocratic
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