This bill extends the 2026 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature by 30 days beyond the standard 90-day limit. It sets the session to reconvene on April 15, 2026, unless the Speaker of the House and Lieutenant Governor decide it is unnecessary to do so. The resolution also establishes that the legislative session will officially end at 11:59 p.m. on that same date. This procedural measure affects the legislative calendar and determines when lawmakers can continue their work for the year.
This Senate Resolution formally congratulates Coach Bill Ward on his induction into the National High School Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame. The resolution recognizes his 33-year career coaching football, girls basketball, and track across Mississippi, including leading his Pelahatchie team to a state championship in 2001. It also acknowledges his leadership roles within the Mississippi Association of Coaches, where he served as president and board member. The document serves as an official commendation from the Mississippi Senate to Coach Ward and his family.
This Senate Resolution formally recognizes and commends David Hoke of Understanding the Word Ministries for delivering Bibles to the Mississippi Legislature. The resolution acknowledges his broader efforts to distribute religious texts to state officials across the United States and internationally. It serves as a ceremonial tribute to his faith-based work and does not establish any new laws or policy requirements. The document is intended for presentation to Mr. Hoke and public release through the Capitol Press Corps.
This Senate resolution formally congratulates the Winston Academy Patriots football team and Head Coach Pat Byrd on winning the 2025 MAIS Class 2A Division II State Championship. The document highlights the team's historic turnaround from a 0-5 start to a state title, noting key player performances and Coach Byrd's eight-year leadership in rebuilding the program. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create any new laws or policy changes; it serves to publicly recognize the team's achievements and is to be presented to school officials and the media.
This Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team for their multiple national championship wins at the 2026 UCA and UDA College National Championships in Orlando, Florida. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's first-place finishes in the Open Co-Ed Game Day, Open All-Girl Cheer, and Open Small Coed Cheer divisions, as well as their second-place finish in the Open All-Girl Game Day division. It highlights the program's nine total national championships under Head Coach Brandon Casey and Assistant Coach Rainy Bordelon, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes. The resolution is presented to the team's coaches, the college president, and the Capitol Press Corps to publicly recognize their achievements and bring pride to the institution and state.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes and congratulates the Eupora High School Eagles cheerleading team and their coaches, Jamie Walker and Kristy Tindall, for winning the 2025 MHSAA 2A State Championship. The document lists the individual student-athletes who competed and highlights the team's performance, discipline, and sportsmanship throughout the season. It directs that the resolution be presented to the coaches and made available to the press corps. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.
This Senate Resolution recognizes World War II veteran Staff Sergeant William Thurman Epps of Golden, Mississippi, on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The bill formally honors his military service, which included guarding German prisoners in Nuremberg, and acknowledges his receipt of multiple medals for his contributions during the war. It directs that copies of the resolution be presented to Epps and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his life and service.
This Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Basketball Team for winning the NJCAA Region 23 Championship and achieving an outstanding 2025-2026 season. The resolution formally recognizes the team's accomplishments, including their 23-8 overall record and historic first national tournament appearance since 2005. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team, coach, college administration, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial document that honors athletic achievement without creating new policy or changing laws.
This Senate Resolution recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Piney Woods School's Summer Enrichment "Kappa Kamp" program, which is sponsored by the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. The resolution highlights the program's history since 1986 and its role in offering educational workshops, cultural activities, and skill-building opportunities for students in grades 6 through 10. It directs the resolution to be presented to the Piney Woods School President, the school board, and the fraternity leadership, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or funding.
This Senate Resolution recognizes the Magnolia Heights School Chiefs baseball team and head coach Chris McMinn for winning their seventh consecutive MAIS 5A state championship and holding the No. 1 ranking in 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges the team's decade-long success, specific player achievements, and contributions to the school and community without changing any laws or policies. It is a ceremonial document intended to honor the team's accomplishments and is to be presented to the coach and school administration for public recognition.
This Senate resolution honors Zell Long as she retires as CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi after 16 years of leadership. The bill formally recognizes her contributions to the organization, including her role in expanding club locations and improving facilities under her direction. It also highlights her prior service in community development and her involvement with the CREATE Foundation, which helped establish clubs in the region. The resolution expresses gratitude for her distinguished service and wishes her well in her retirement.
This Senate Resolution formally congratulates Meg Moore of Tishomingo County High School as the 2025-2026 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Basketball Player of the Year. The resolution recognizes her athletic achievements, including leading her team to a state championship and maintaining strong academic performance. It directs that the resolution be presented to Moore, her family, her coach, and the school principal, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, with no impact on laws or regulations.
