This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 13), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes Master Chairmaker Greg Harkins of Thomastown, Mississippi, as the recipient of the 2026 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Traditional Craft. The resolution celebrates his 50-year career creating heirloom furniture, his national/international recognition (including chairs gifted to six U.S. Presidents and Pope John Paul II), and his role as a cultural ambassador for Mississippi. As a purely symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
Senate Resolution 16 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (MSO) as the 2026 recipient of the Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Performing Arts. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's recognition to MSO, the state's largest professional performing arts organization based in Jackson, for its contributions to Mississippi's cultural landscape. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it serves solely as a symbolic honor acknowledging MSO's 80-year history, educational programs, and statewide impact through music. The Senate will present this resolution to MSO's director, Crafton Beck, and share it with the press.
This Senate Resolution (SR 15) formally recognizes Mississippi composer, playwright, and performer Heather Christian as the 2026 recipient of the Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Music Composition. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her artistic achievements, including her MacArthur Fellowship and national awards, without creating any new laws or policies. It does not affect any individuals or organizations beyond this formal recognition. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative impact and simply extends the Mississippi Senate's congratulations to Christian.
Senate Resolution 17 is a commemorative resolution recognizing Dorothy "Dottie" Armstrong of Newton, Mississippi, as the recipient of the 2026 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Arts Education. The resolution formally extends the Mississippi Senate's recognition to Armstrong for her decades-long work as an art educator, including founding school art programs, creating public murals, and running a community art studio. This resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves to publicly honor her contributions to arts education in Mississippi, as she has been selected for an existing state award.
This Senate Resolution (SR 23) formally commends the Calhoun City Wildcats High School football team and head coach M.D. Jennings for winning the 2025 MHSAA Class 1A State Championship - their third title overall and first since 2016. It directs the resolution to be presented to the team, coach, school principal, and Calhoun County Board of Education. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or legislative effect beyond expressing recognition.
This Senate Resolution (SR 24) is a ceremonial recognition of Jamal Roberts, a Meridian, Mississippi native and winner of *American Idol* Season 23 (2025). It honors his performance of the national anthem at the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship, which the resolution states brought "honor to his home state and community." The resolution has no legal effect - it simply expresses the Senate’s pride in his cultural contributions as a soul/gospel singer and his representation of Mississippi. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.
This Senate Resolution (SR 19) is a ceremonial commendation for the Gulfport High School Admirals football team. It formally recognizes their first-ever MHSAA 7A state championship win in 2025, secured by a walk-off victory over Tupelo on December 7, 2025, with 12 wins in the season. The resolution specifically commends the team and head coach Blake Pennock, and directs the resolution to be presented to the coach, principal, and school board. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely expresses legislative praise.
Senate Resolution 20 formally commemorates the 100th anniversary of St. Luke Church in Olive Branch, Mississippi, recognizing its founding in 1925 and growth from 12 members to over 1,000. The resolution extends the Mississippi Senate's best wishes to the church congregation and clergy, honoring its century of community service, outreach, and spiritual leadership. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to the church's historical impact in Olive Branch. The resolution will be presented to church Superintendent Earl Allen Shannon.
This is a symbolic Senate Resolution (SR 26), not a law. It formally commends Warren Central High School's football team and head coach Josh Morgan for winning the 2025 Class 6A State Championship. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of the team's victory and will be presented to the coach, school principal, and district board. It has no legal effect or policy changes.
This Senate Resolution (SR 21) formally commends the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College men's golf team for winning their second consecutive NJCAA Division II national championship. It specifically highlights their record-breaking season, including three national titles, 10 tournament wins, and multiple individual awards for players and coach Brad Thornton. The resolution also recognizes the team's academic achievements, including NJCAA Academic Team of the Year Honorable Mention. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves only to express legislative praise and will be presented to college leadership.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) passed by the Mississippi Senate. It formally extends congratulations to Alice Marie Johnson of Olive Branch, Mississippi, for her appointment as the first-ever White House "Pardon Czar" by President Donald Trump. The resolution acknowledges her role in reviewing clemency cases and supporting individuals transitioning from prison, highlighting her personal history as a formerly incarcerated person whose sentence was commuted in 2018. The resolution has no legal effect or policy provisions; it is solely an expression of commendation.
This Senate Resolution commends Aubrey Lynn Atchison, a Biloxi High School senior and softball player, for being named Youth Athlete of the Year at the 2025 State Games of Mississippi. It recognizes her athletic achievements - including a .636 batting average in the 2025 Games - and her resilience after overcoming multiple injuries. The resolution formally honors her contributions to sportsmanship and community, extending congratulations to her and her family. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or policies.
