This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 137), not a substantive law. It formally commends the East Rankin Academy (ERA) Lady Patriots girls cross country team and their coach, David Hopper, for winning their fourth consecutive MAIS 5A state championship in 2024. The resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition of the team's athletic achievement. It does not directly affect any individuals, policies, or government programs.
This resolution (SR 134) is a ceremonial commendation for the East Rankin Academy Shooting Sports Team and coach Vince Bynum, recognizing their sixth consecutive Mississippi Scholastic Shooting Program (MSSP) state championship win on March 1, 2025. It specifically highlights the team’s victory in a competition involving 150 student athletes, their $7,500 in scholarship winnings, and individual student achievements like Gabe Nutt and Olivia Griffing earning top honors. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact - it solely offers words of praise to the team, coach, and school leadership. The resolution was formally adopted by the Mississippi Senate on April 1, 2025.
This Senate Resolution (SR 141) formally commends Hernando High School junior basketball player Fran Kelly for being named the Gatorade Mississippi Girls Basketball Player of the Year for the 2024-2025 season. It recognizes her as the first Hernando High athlete to win this award, highlighting her leadership in guiding her team to a 22-7 record, two district championships, and her academic excellence (4.0 GPA). The resolution serves as a ceremonial honor from the Mississippi Senate to Kelly, her coaches, and Hernando High School community. It does not create any legal obligations or policy changes.
This resolution (SR 135) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for the East Rankin Academy Patriots Boys Soccer Team and Coach Reid Westover, recognizing their first-ever MAIS Division II State Championship win in 2025. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a symbolic expression of support from the Mississippi Senate. The resolution formally congratulates the team, coaches, and school community for their achievement, as documented in the bill text. It was adopted by the Senate on April 1, 2025.
This resolution (SR 145) is a ceremonial commendation by the Mississippi Senate for the Jackson Preparatory School Patriots Boys Basketball Team and Head Coach Will Johnson. It specifically honors their achievement of winning the MAIS Overall State Championship for three of the last four seasons, including the 2024-2025 title. The resolution has no policy or legal effect - it simply expresses formal recognition and congratulations to the team, coaches, and school. It directly affects the team, coaches, and Jackson Prep community through symbolic praise, not through any legislative action.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring World War II veteran John Wesley Henry of Canton, Mississippi, on his 105th birthday. It formally salutes his military service (1942-1945), his life as a community member, and his family legacy, including 12 children, 95 grandchildren, and 67 great-grandchildren. The resolution, adopted by the Mississippi Senate, extends birthday wishes to Mr. Henry and his family. It has no policy impact or financial provisions, serving solely as a commemorative gesture.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 139), not a policy bill. It formally commends Oxford High School tennis coach Louis Nash on his retirement, recognizing his 40+ year career, 17 state championships, and national awards - including the 2024 National High School Athletic Coaches Association Coach of the Year honor. The resolution has no policy impact; it solely expresses the Mississippi Senate's appreciation for Nash's contributions to the school and tennis community. It was adopted by the Senate in April 2025.
SR 132 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College men's golf team and head coach Brad Thornton for winning the NJCAA Division II national championship. It recognizes their record-breaking season, including 15 district titles in 16 events and multiple individual awards for players and academic honors. This resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing legislative support through formal recognition. It directly honors the team, coach, and college staff without creating new laws or affecting any regulations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Jackson State University's Vice President and Director of Athletics, Ashley Robinson, for being named the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Athletic Director of the Year for 2024-2025. It formally honors Robinson's leadership and achievements, including his second NACDA award in three years, academic success of JSU athletes, and contributions to HBCU athletics. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative recognition and will be presented to Robinson and JSU leadership.
SR 128 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing W.H. Lanier Junior Senior High School in Jackson, Mississippi, for its 100th anniversary in 2025. It formally honors the school's history as central Mississippi's first continually-serving African American high school since 1925, including its role in the Civil Rights Movement where students participated in early 1960s protests. The resolution supports commemorative events planned by the Lanier High School National Alumni Association to celebrate the school's legacy of educational excellence and historical significance. It has been adopted by the Mississippi Senate and will be presented to the school's alumni association and Jackson School Board.
SR 133 is a resolution commending the nonprofit organization Boots to Beyond, Inc., for its volunteer services supporting veterans in Mississippi. It recognizes the group's distribution of over 700,000 pounds of food and $200,000 in clothing to more than 8,790 veterans and families across 19 counties since its 2021 founding. The resolution formally honors the organization's efforts without creating new policies or altering existing laws.
This ceremonial resolution formally recognizes WLBT newscaster Howard Ballou for receiving the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters' Television Lifetime Achievement Award. It commends his 30+ years of contributions to broadcasting in Mississippi, including multiple awards and community leadership. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, with no new laws or funding changes. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on April 1, 2025.
