This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) commending retired United Methodist Bishop William Thomas (Bill) McAlilly for his service. It recognizes his leadership in the United Methodist Church, his Mississippi roots, his work after Hurricane Katrina, and his global ministry efforts, including establishing The Mama Lynn Center in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The resolution expresses the Mississippi Legislature's appreciation for his "compassion for the least and last" and legacy of service, both in Mississippi and internationally. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.
HC 34 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution recognizing the Mississippi rock band 3 Doors Down on their 30th anniversary. It honors their musical achievements (including over 20 million albums sold and Grammy nominations), their Better Life Foundation (which has raised over $5 million for children's charities), and their support for military recruitment through the song "Citizen Soldier" created for the Mississippi National Guard. The resolution formally commends the band for their contributions to Mississippi and national service. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or policies.
This Senate Resolution (SR 45) is a ceremonial recognition honoring the Mississippi chapters of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. It commends their work cultivating youth leadership and community service, specifically acknowledging their "Legislative Day at the Capitol" on February 16, 2026. The resolution formally celebrates their educational efforts and advocacy for families, including initiatives like scholarships, mental health support, and voter registration. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 47) commending South Panola High School's Air Force JROTC Drone Team for winning its third consecutive Grand Championship in a single season. The resolution recognizes their historic achievement of securing three major titles - becoming the first team in school history to do so - along with ranking among the top 4 in the nation and top 50 globally for drone competitions. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally honors the team's discipline, teamwork, and leadership as expressed through a symbolic resolution presented to the students, coaches, and school administration.
This is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 43) recognizing Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its civic and financial contributions in Mississippi. It honors the sorority's 118-year history, including its founding by African American women in 1908, its work through 120 chapters in the South Eastern Region (covering Mississippi), and its community impact since the first Mississippi chapter chartered in 1934. The resolution specifically highlights the organization's service initiatives, voter engagement efforts ("Soar to the Polls"), and advocacy on issues like maternal health and social justice. As a recognition resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals.
Senate Resolution 44 is a symbolic resolution expressing Mississippi's support for strengthening economic and diplomatic ties with Taiwan. It does not create new laws or programs but formally encourages the state to support U.S.-Taiwan trade (noting $201.1 billion in 2025 trade), advocate for Taiwan's participation in international organizations like the WHO, and establish a Mississippi Trade and Investment Office in Taiwan. The resolution also supports a U.S.-Taiwan tax agreement and counters efforts by China to limit Taiwan's global engagement. As a non-binding expression of support, it directly affects Mississippi's diplomatic posture but does not impose new obligations or changes to existing policies.
Senate Resolution 48 formally recognizes and celebrates the 155th anniversary of Alcorn State University's founding. This symbolic resolution commemorates the university as America's first Historically Black Land-Grant University, Mississippi's oldest land-grant institution, and the second-oldest state-supported higher education institution in the state. It highlights the university's historical significance, educational impact, economic contributions ($187 million annual impact, 3,000 jobs), and notable alumni, but does not create new policies, allocate funding, or impose obligations. As a commemorative resolution, it affects no individuals or entities through legislative action.
This Senate Resolution (SR 42) is a ceremonial tribute expressing the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Donna Jill Johnson, Meridian’s first Republican Circuit Clerk elected in Mississippi history. It honors her 32-year service to Lauderdale County and the state, noting her integrity, community involvement, and passing at age 80 on February 5, 2026. The resolution does not create any new laws or policies - it solely offers a formal expression of sympathy and recognition of her public service. It directly affects her surviving family members and colleagues, acknowledging her legacy without any legislative impact.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 46) honoring the South Panola High School Junior Varsity Cheer Team for winning their first UCA National Cheer Championship at the 2026 competition in Orlando. It specifically recognizes their achievement as the first UCA National title in the school's history and lists the team members and coaches. The resolution has no policy changes or legal effect - it serves only to formally commend the team, coaches, and school community. It will be presented to the team and school officials but does not alter any laws or impact any stakeholders beyond this ceremonial recognition.
This Mississippi Senate resolution urges the U.S. Congress to pass legislation prohibiting the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) from affecting Mississippi's timber and forestry exports. The EUDR requires proof that commodities like timber and hardwood are deforestation-free, which the resolution claims would impose excessive compliance burdens on Mississippi's $1.48 billion forestry industry - the state's second-largest agricultural sector - threatening access to the EU market (which buys 22% of U.S. hardwood exports). The resolution argues the EUDR's traceability requirements are "cumbersome" and "unworkably technical" for U.S. supply chains, risking job losses for thousands of Mississippi landowners and workers. It does not create new law but calls for federal action to block EUDR enforcement on Mississippi exports.
This concurrent resolution honors the historical and cultural connection between Quebec and Mississippi, dating to 1699 when French explorer Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville established a settlement in what is now Mississippi. It recognizes ongoing ties through shared heritage (including annual commemorations), economic collaboration (like Quebec supplying aluminum to Mississippi's auto industry), and membership in the SEUS-CP alliance, without creating new laws or affecting any policies. The resolution will be formally transmitted to Quebec officials as a symbolic gesture of goodwill.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending Aubrey Lynn Atchison, a Biloxi High School softball player, for being named the 2025 Mississippi State Games Overall Youth Athlete of the Year. It recognizes her athletic achievements, including a .636 batting average at the State Games, her 13-year dedication to softball, and her perseverance through multiple injuries. The resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely offers formal praise through the Mississippi House of Representatives. It directly affects only Aubrey Atchison and serves as a public acknowledgment of her accomplishments.
