Mississippi Bills

passed · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SR 89: Congratulate 2026 St. Patrick Boys Fighting Irish Soccer Team for Class 1 State Championship.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the 2026 St. Patrick High School Boys Soccer Team and their coach, Ryan Worsham, for winning the Class 1 State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's first state title since 2017, highlighting key moments from their victory over St. Andrew's and listing the roster members who earned the honor. It directs that the resolution be presented to the school's administration and forwarded to the Board of Directors, serving as an official commendation rather than a policy change.

passed · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SR 77: Commend Pascagoula High School Panthers Boys Basketball Team for first State Title in school history.

This Senate Resolution commends and congratulates the Pascagoula High School Panthers boys basketball team and Coach Lorenzo Wright for winning the school's first-ever state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's victory over Terry High School in the 2026 MHSAA Boys Class 6A State Championship game, which took place on March 5, 2026. It highlights the team's journey through the tournament and acknowledges individual achievements, including Blake Nettles being named the game's Most Valuable Player. The resolution formally presents this recognition to the team, coaches, and school officials while extending best wishes for future success.

passed · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SR 86: Commend Sam Hubbard on the occasion of his retirement as Deputy Commissioner of Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.

This Senate Resolution formally commends Sam Hubbard for his retirement as Deputy Commissioner of Mississippi's Department of Banking and Consumer Finance after more than 36 years of service. The resolution recognizes his career progression from an examiner trainee in 1990 to his current leadership role, highlighting his oversight of banking operations and policy development. It directs that the resolution be presented to Hubbard and forwarded to the Governor and the department, with copies made available to the press. This is a ceremonial measure that honors Hubbard's contributions to the state's financial regulatory system without changing any laws or policies.

passed · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SR 92: Congratulate former MS Supreme Court Justice Jimmy Maxwell upon his investiture as United States District Court Judge.

This Senate resolution congratulates former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Jimmy Maxwell on his investiture as a United States District Court Judge for the Northern District of Mississippi. The document recognizes his extensive legal career, including his service on the state Supreme Court from 2016 to 2025 and his prior appointment to the Mississippi Court of Appeals. It also notes his academic background, professional leadership roles in legal organizations, and community involvement. The resolution will be presented at his investiture ceremony and shared with the public and media.

passed · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SR 79: Commend West Lauderdale High School Boys Cross Country Team upon winning MHSAA Class 4A State Championship.

This Senate Resolution commends and congratulates the West Lauderdale High School Boys Cross Country Team for winning the 2025 Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 4A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's third consecutive state title, highlighting individual achievements from runners like Hunter Walton and the coaching contributions of Paul Shelly and other staff members. The document serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Mississippi Senate to the students, coaches, and school administration for their athletic success.

passed · Mississippi · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 61: "Rest Y'all Mississippi Collective Day of Rest"; acknowledge March 20th, the first day of spring as annual observation of.

This resolution designates March 20 (the first day of spring) as the "Rest Y'all Mississippi Collective Day of Rest" to promote wellness. It encourages voluntary actions by public agencies, businesses, schools, and community groups - such as flexible scheduling or wellness activities - to support rest and reduce stress. The resolution specifically highlights chronic stress impacts on Mississippi residents, particularly Black women, and aligns with health-focused initiatives like those by Black Women DO Heal, Inc. It has no legal force and is purely symbolic, urging awareness without mandating participation.

passed both · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SC 536: Commend Crime Victims Survivors Program and recognize "Crime Survivors Speak Mississippi Day."

This is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It designates March 11, 2026, as "Crime Survivors Speak Mississippi Day" at the Mississippi State Capitol to recognize over 150 crime survivors gathering for a statewide event. The resolution commends participants in the Crime Survivors Speak Mississippi program for advocating for policies that advance safety and justice. It does not create new laws, funding, or services - it solely offers symbolic recognition of survivors' voices in public safety discussions.

signed · Mississippi · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 1854: Appropriation; MDA for MS Main Street Revitalization Grant Program projects.

HB 1854 appropriates $9,821,328 from Mississippi's Main Street Revitalization Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority for grants to 25 designated communities. The funds support specific downtown projects like building restorations (e.g., Amory's Downtown District, Biloxi's How Hop Creative Project), public space improvements, and wayfinding systems. Grants are allocated for projects in communities including Cleveland (Town Green), Hattiesburg (Welcome Center), and Natchez (The Depot Park), with each project receiving a specified amount. The funding is available from the bill's passage through June 30, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SN 2: Richard Alfred (Rick) Webster, Madison, Mississippi, Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, four year term beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.

Notified of Approval

in committee · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SN 13: Ralph Kipp (Kipp) Brown, Winona, Mississippi, MS Board of Animal Health as the Small Ruminant Breeder and Producer representative, four year term effective December 18, 2025 and ending July 28, 2029.

Notified of Approval

in committee · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SN 14: James Shelton (Raz) Rasberry, Kosciusko, Mississippi, MS Board of Animal Health as the Horse Breeder and Producer representative, four year term effective December 18, 2025 and ending July 31, 2029.

Notified of Approval

in committee · Mississippi · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SN 23: Col. William R. (Bill) Allen, Jr., USAR--Ret., Tupelo, Mississippi, Crime Stoppers Advisory Council, two year term effective July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027.

Notified of Approval

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