This resolution commends Charlie Kirk for his work promoting conservative grassroots engagement, free speech advocacy, and youth civic participation. It designates September 10 of each year as "Charlie Kirk Day" in Mississippi to honor his efforts in encouraging young people to engage in civic life and uphold constitutional principles. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes Kirk's influence on youth civic involvement and free expression. It affects Mississippi residents through this annual commemoration, primarily serving as a ceremonial acknowledgment by the state legislature.
HB 1788 authorizes the Town of Meadville, Mississippi, to impose a 3% tax on short-term room rentals (excluding stays of 30+ days) from hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts with six or more rooms. Before implementation, the town must hold a public election requiring 60% voter approval. Revenue from the tax must be used exclusively for tourism promotion and parks/recreation projects, not general town funds, and will expire on July 1, 2030. This affects lodging businesses operating within Meadville's boundaries that meet the specified room-count criteria.
This bill requests the Library of Congress Joint Committee to approve replacing Mississippi's current Capitol statues of Jefferson Davis (Confederate president) and James Zachariah George (Confederate colonel and state senator) with statues honoring civil rights leaders Fannie Lou Hamer (voting rights activist) and Hiram Revels (first Black U.S. senator). It directly affects Mississippi's representation in the National Statuary Hall Collection, which currently features these two Confederate figures. The resolution cites Mississippi's desire to honor modern civil rights icons instead of historical figures tied to the Confederacy. The bill seeks to update the Capitol's display to reflect contemporary values while maintaining the state's contribution to the collection.
This bill (HC 43) is a procedural resolution calling a joint session of the Mississippi Legislature to hear Governor Tate Reeves' 2026 State of the State address. It specifies the session will occur on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Second Floor Rotunda of the New Capitol Building. The resolution directly affects legislators, who will convene as a joint body to hear the governor's address, and the governor, who will deliver it. No policy changes or new laws are created by this resolution.
This resolution (SR 27) urges Congress to pass bills H.R. 589 and S. 223, which aim to repeal the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. It claims the FACE Act has been misused against pro-life activists, citing specific cases where individuals were prosecuted for nonviolent protests near clinics but later acquitted or received harsh sentences. The resolution argues the law has been weaponized by the Biden administration to target pro-life advocates while failing to address attacks on pregnancy centers and churches. It calls for repeal to protect constitutional rights related to free speech and religious expression.
This concurrent resolution prohibits the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration from allowing the display of the rainbow flag (symbolizing the LGBTQ Pride Movement) on any state-owned, leased, or used property, including state buildings. It directly affects all state agencies, political subdivisions, and public properties managed under the Department's authority. The key mechanism requires the Department to enforce this ban on the flag's display, with no exceptions specified in the resolution. The resolution does not alter existing laws or create new penalties but directs a specific administrative action regarding flag displays on state property.
HB 1648 is a procedural bill that moves existing Mississippi budget code sections (27-103-125, 27-103-139, 27-103-203, 27-103-211, 27-103-213, and 27-103-303) to new positions in the code for potential future amendment. It also directs the State Fiscal Officer to transfer funds to the Capital Expense Fund during fiscal year 2027. The bill does not change existing budget rules or create new policies - it merely reorganizes current language and specifies one fund transfer. This affects state agencies and the State Fiscal Officer, who must implement the FY2027 fund transfer as directed.
SB 2632 is a procedural bill that reorganizes existing sections of Mississippi's Emergency Management Law (Mississippi Code of 1972) by moving specific code sections (33-15-1 through 33-15-53) to new positions in the code. It does not change the content or policy of these sections, which cover definitions, purposes, and structure of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The bill’s sole purpose is to facilitate future amendments by updating the code’s numbering. This reorganization affects the legal code itself, not individuals or entities, and requires no action from the public or agencies.
This bill restores the right to vote to Corderro Martin, a resident of Harrison County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified from voting due to felony convictions for shoplifting and conspiracy to introduce a controlled substance. The legislation confirms that Martin has completed all terms and conditions of his prison sentence and parole, and notes his conduct as a law-abiding citizen since his release. Once effective on July 1, 2026, Martin will regain his eligibility to participate in elections, as the bill removes his prior felony-based voting disqualification.
SB 3071 reappropriates $54.4 million in unspent Gulf Coast Restoration Funds (split across Sections 2 and 3) to the Mississippi Development Authority for specific projects in fiscal year 2027. It directly affects 17 recipients, including cities (Diamondhead, Gulfport, Moss Point), counties (Pearl River, Hancock), universities (Mississippi State, USM), and organizations (Pascagoula Redevelopment, Ohr-O'Keefe Museum), for projects like harbor restoration, road improvements, and cultural center renovations. The bill authorizes spending only from unexpended balances remaining as of June 30, 2026, and cannot alter the original purpose of the funds. It does not create new policy but reallocates existing funds for previously approved projects under Senate Bill 2047.
SB 3051 allocates $86.8 million in state funds for Mississippi's Department of Finance and Administration to cover operations during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It specifically sets $25.98 million for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits), requiring the department to stay within this budget when annualizing personnel costs and using vacancy funds *only* to fill open positions - not for raises or promotions. The bill mandates strict compliance with the State Personnel Board’s Variable Compensation Plan and prohibits exceeding the allocated funds without legislative approval for new positions or programs. This funding mechanism directly affects state employees and department budgeting practices, ensuring salary spending aligns with fiscal constraints.
SB 3110 creates tax credits for Mississippi taxpayers who make voluntary cash donations to qualifying rural hospitals. It allows a credit against either income tax (up to 50% of annual tax liability) or ad valorem property tax (up to 50% of property tax liability), but not both for the same donation. The bill caps the credit for any single hospital at $100,000 annually and sets a statewide annual limit of $1,000,000 for all hospitals combined. Unused credits may be carried forward for five years, and contributions must be cash-only (not goods or services).
