This is a non-binding resolution (HR 45), not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the life, legacy, and community contributions of Edward Peebles "Ed" Peacock, III, a former Coahoma County, Mississippi Chancery Court Clerk, banker, and community leader who passed away on January 31, 2025. The resolution expresses the Mississippi House of Representatives' deepest sympathy to his family and friends, highlighting his decades of service in banking, local government, civic organizations, and his church. As a ceremonial tribute, it has no legal effect or direct impact on any policy or group.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution (HC 8) commending Ralph Null, a Mississippi-born floral designer with over 50 years of experience. It recognizes his internationally acclaimed "Naturalistic Organic Design" style, featured at venues like the White House, Smithsonian Institute, and global exhibitions, as well as his authorship of floral design books and leadership in the industry. The resolution directly honors Null for his professional achievements and contributions to floral arts education. As a concurrent resolution, it has no binding effect but formally acknowledges his lifetime accomplishments.
This bill is a concurrent resolution (not a law) that establishes "Hubert Creekmore Day" in Water Valley, Mississippi, to honor the literary legacy of Hubert Creekmore (1907-1966). It commemorates his work as a Mississippi-born author, poet, and literary critic who addressed Southern history, racial discrimination, and LGBTQ+ themes in his novels and poetry. The resolution directs the state legislature to formally recognize his contributions and provides copies to his family and the press. It has no policy impact beyond this symbolic recognition.
This concurrent resolution commends Jacelyn "Jaycie" Collins of Meridian, Mississippi, for being named the 2024 State Games of Mississippi Female Athlete of the Year and the 2024 National Congress of State Games Adult Athlete of the Year. It recognizes her achievements as a swimmer with Down Syndrome who won multiple gold medals at the State Games and represented Mississippi at the National Special Olympics. The resolution formally honors her athletic accomplishments and dedication to swimming, with copies provided to Collins and the Capitol Press Corps.
This is a symbolic resolution (HR 58) commending the Columbus Christian Academy Lady Rams basketball team for winning the 2025 Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Class 2A Girls State Basketball Championship. It highlights their undefeated record, multiple championships, and individual player achievements, including All-Tournament selections and career points. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses recognition through a formal commendation by the Mississippi House of Representatives, with no new laws, funding, or obligations created.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending the West Lauderdale High School Lady Knights fast-pitch softball team and head coach Jake Loper for winning back-to-back Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 4A state championships in 2023 and 2024. It formally recognizes their 35-4 record, key players like MVP Addison Cornish and "Miss Softball" Breelyn Cain, and the team's sportsmanship. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for their athletic achievement. It was adopted by the Mississippi Legislature and signed into formal recognition on February 27, 2025.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution by the Mississippi Senate commending the Columbus Christian Academy Lady Rams girls basketball team and head coach Billy Thomas for winning their second MAIS Class AA State Championship in three years (2025). It specifically recognizes their team achievements, including two state titles and multiple conference championships, as well as individual player accomplishments like scoring milestones and academic honors. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition for the team's athletic success and community representation. It directly affects the team members, coaches, and school community by formally honoring their championship victory.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution commending The Peoples Bank of Ripley for its 100th anniversary. It formally recognizes the bank’s founding in 1925, its role as a community institution serving Tippah County, Mississippi, through multiple financial crises, and its long-standing charitable contributions. The resolution, adopted by Mississippi’s legislature, has no legal effect - it simply offers symbolic praise and extends well-wishes to the bank. It does not create new policies, alter regulations, or impact any individuals or entities beyond this gesture of acknowledgment.
This bill (HC 39) is a ceremonial concurrent resolution commending Lewis Scott Gray, Jr. of Meridian, Mississippi, for being named the 2024 State Games of Mississippi Male Athlete of the Year. It recognizes his 30+ years of participation and service in the State Games, including volleyball leadership, three gold medals, and his continued athletic involvement despite health challenges. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Mississippi Legislature’s formal praise and congratulations to Gray for embodying the State Games’ values. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations.
This concurrent resolution (HC 28) formally commends the George County High School Rebels Baseball Team for winning the 2024 Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 6A State Championship. It specifically recognizes their 30-5 season, the 27-year championship drought broken since 1997, and honors head coach Brandon Davis (who earned his 400th career win while coaching his son, Ben Davis, named Class 6A Player of the Year). The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a ceremonial tribute to the team's athletic achievement and sportsmanship. It was adopted by both legislative chambers and signed into law on February 27, 2025.
This concurrent resolution (HC 41) commends Rowdy Briscoe, a 13-year-old Choctaw youth from Mississippi, for being named the 2024 State Games of Mississippi Youth Athlete of the Year. It recognizes his athletic achievements, including winning a gold medal and being named MVP in stickball (a traditional Choctaw sport), as well as his participation in baseball and the World Series of Stickball. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, extending congratulations to Briscoe for his dedication and community representation.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HC 15), not a substantive bill. It formally commends the life and legacy of Patricia Pittman Lee, former First Lady of Mississippi State University, following her passing on August 28, 2024. The resolution extends sympathy to her family and honors her community service, including her 2005 Hurricane Katrina advocacy and leadership in campus and local initiatives. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or groups.
