This bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Germantown High School Mavericks Cheerleading Team and Head Cheer Coach Neely Umphlett for winning the 2026 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship in the Game Day category. The resolution also recognizes the team's ninth-place finish in the Traditional category and highlights their achievements throughout the season, including a state championship finish. The document lists the names of all squad members and coaches to acknowledge their contributions and extends best wishes for their future endeavors. This type of resolution serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Mississippi House of Representatives for the team's accomplishments.
This House Resolution honors Clay Garvin, the retired police chief of Decatur, Mississippi, for his 20+ years of service in law enforcement and military. The resolution formally commends Garvin upon his retirement, recognizing his career path from the U.S. Army to various police departments before leading the Decatur Police Department from 2019 until March 2026. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his professional conduct and community service rather than establishing new laws or policies. Copies of the resolution will be provided to Garvin and local media outlets.
This House Resolution formally commends the West Lauderdale High School Boys Cross Country Team for winning the 2025 Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 4A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's third consecutive state title and highlights individual achievements, including Hunter Walton's individual state championship and the contributions of other runners and coaches. It serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's athletic accomplishments and hard work throughout the season.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Florence High School Girls Soccer Team for winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 5A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's achievement of securing their second state title in three years with a 4-1 victory over the East Central Lady Hornets. It also acknowledges the team's coach, Bill Hood, and the players' dedication and teamwork throughout the season. This document serves as an official recognition of the team's accomplishment but does not create any new laws or policy changes.
Senate Concurrent Resolution 526 is a symbolic resolution congratulating the Ole Miss Rebels football team and head coach Pete Golding for winning the 2025-2026 Sugar Bowl championship and finishing No. 3 in national rankings - the highest finish for an SEC team since 1962. It recognizes their 13-2 season, historic College Football Playoff semifinal appearance, and significance as the highest-ranked Ole Miss team in over six decades. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, commending the team's achievements without altering laws or regulations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a legislative bill), commending musician Demarcus "Shoutout 2 D Ford" for his contributions to Southern Soul music. It recognizes his Mississippi Delta roots, his work as a producer and multi-instrumentalist, and his role in preserving the region's musical heritage through projects like "Keep On Stepping" and "Juke Joint Love." The resolution specifically honors his cultural impact and dedication to "safeguard[ing] the cultural rhythm of Southern Soul." It has no policy or legal effect beyond expressing legislative appreciation.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring the Mississippi Workers' Center for Human Rights (MWC) on its 30th anniversary. It recognizes the organization’s work since 1996 supporting low-wage workers, particularly in Mississippi’s Delta region, through legal advocacy, education (like its "Knowledge is Power!" manual), and community programs to improve workplace conditions and combat discrimination. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply expresses legislative praise for the Center’s advocacy on behalf of marginalized workers and its role in promoting dignity and equal rights. It does not create new policies, provide funding, or directly affect any individuals or entities beyond symbolic recognition.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing Ricky Hood, CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of East Mississippi, for his 35+ years of service. It commends his work managing clubs serving over 600 children daily, providing pandemic-era meals, and mentoring youth. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors Hood’s community contributions through a formal House of Representatives acknowledgment. No specific policy changes or affected parties are involved beyond the recognition itself.
This Mississippi House Resolution (HR 75) urges Congress to pass legislation prohibiting the implementation of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) within Mississippi. The EUDR requires operators to prove commodities like timber, soy, and palm oil are deforestation-free and comply with origin-country laws before entering the EU market. The resolution argues the EUDR's traceability demands would harm Mississippi's forestry industry - its second-largest agricultural sector, contributing $1.48 billion annually and supporting 19 million acres of forestland owned by 130,000 landowners. It claims the regulation could bar Mississippi timber exports from the EU (which purchased 22% of U.S. hardwood lumber in 2024) and disrupt the state's economy.
This resolution designates March 5, 2026, as "Nonprofit Day at the Capitol" in Mississippi. It encourages all citizens to support nonprofit organizations and invites nonprofit leaders, advocates, and supporters to engage with legislators at the Capitol on that date. The resolution acknowledges nonprofits' role in providing essential services like education, healthcare, and community development but does not create new policies or funding. It is a symbolic gesture with no binding legal effect.
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.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending Simpson Academy's girls basketball team for winning the 2026 Midsouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Class 4A Division I State Championship. It honors the team's victory over East Rankin Academy (54-45) and their first championship trophy since 2019, specifically recognizing Head Coach Linda Dear and the players listed. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic recognition with no binding effect or changes to laws.
