This Senate resolution formally commends Mississippi Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Milton Williams, Jr. for receiving the Northern Region Special Agent Citation. It recognizes his law enforcement career and community leadership, including founding the nonprofit organizations Men United and Women United to support youth in the Mississippi Delta. The resolution also highlights his family legacy in law enforcement and his service as a mentor and public servant. This is a ceremonial document that does not create new laws or change policy.
Senate Resolution 51 (SR 51) is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Dean Ken Cyree's retirement after 17 years as Dean of the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration. It honors his service as the second-longest-serving business dean in Ole Miss history and the longest-serving business school dean in the Southeastern Conference, highlighting achievements like raising $54.7 million for the school and growing enrollment by 73%. This resolution does not create new policy or affect any laws - it simply expresses the Mississippi Senate's appreciation for his leadership. The resolution will be presented to Dean Cyree, the university chancellor, and the Board of Trustees.
Senate Resolution 50 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Castro "Mr. Sipp" Coleman, a McComb, Mississippi-based gospel and blues artist, for his musical contributions. It formally honors his career as a Grammy-winning guitarist with the Williams Brothers, his 2025 Blues Music Awards B.B. King Entertainer of the Year win, and his role as a Mississippi music ambassador. The resolution does not create new laws or provide funding - it solely offers symbolic recognition of his achievements in blues and gospel music. It directly affects no individuals or policies, serving only to celebrate his cultural impact.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 52), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and the Mississippi Alpha Network for their 55th anniversary as the first intercollegiate fraternity for African American men. The resolution highlights the fraternity's founding in 1906 and its history in Mississippi since 1927, including its 13 alumni chapters and nine college chapters. The resolution serves only to honor their legacy of leadership, scholarship, and community service through a formal legislative acknowledgment.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 49) congratulating 17-year-old Rachel McAlpin of Brandon, Mississippi, for winning a gold medal in the 50-meter breaststroke at the 2025 World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Romania. The resolution formally extends the Mississippi Senate's commendation to McAlpin, recognizing her athletic achievement and personal background. It has no policy impact or binding effect - it is purely an honorary gesture with no direct legal or financial implications for any individual or group. The Senate will present the resolution to McAlpin, her family, and Team USA.
This is a commemorative resolution honoring Katie Blount upon her retirement as Director of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH). It recognizes her 11-year leadership (2015-2026), including overseeing the opening of the Two Mississippi Museums (visited by over 744,000 people since 2017) and advancing inclusive storytelling and preservation efforts at historic sites. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses the Senate’s gratitude for her service.
Senate Resolution 56 commends the Sumrall High School Bobcats boys soccer team and coach Jared Lee for winning their first-ever Class 5A state championship with a 4-0 victory on February 21, 2026. The resolution specifically recognizes senior Wyatt Jones as the game's MVP and the team's roster, highlighting their achievement as a culmination of multiyear program growth. This ceremonial resolution, presented to the coach and school officials, does not create new policy or affect any legal rights - its sole purpose is to formally congratulate the team and acknowledge their community pride.
Senate Resolution 54 is a symbolic resolution by the Mississippi Senate commending Colonel William L. Henry for his 34 years of military service, including his role as Commander of Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center. It specifically honors his leadership during a Change of Command Ceremony on February 6, 2026, recognizing his service managing a major training site and deployments. The resolution will be presented to Colonel Henry, the Mississippi National Guard Adjutant General, and the incoming commander for display, with no new policies or obligations created. This is a ceremonial gesture of appreciation with no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 55), not a law. It formally commends Loyd Star High School's girls' and boys' golf teams and coach Jonathan Breakfield for winning the 2025 Class 2A State Golf Championships - a rare double championship win in Mississippi history. The resolution expresses the Senate's congratulations through formal language, highlighting the teams' achievements, individual performances, and community support. It has no policy impact or legal effect; it solely serves as a symbolic recognition of the athletic accomplishment.
Mississippi's SB 2005 designates a specific tartan pattern as the official state tartan. The bill defines the tartan's exact color sequence (20 black, 40 green, 4 blue, etc.) and provides Pantone and hex color codes for its use. This symbolic designation allows any Mississippi-affiliated organization, society, or individual to freely use the tartan pattern. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and does not create new regulations or affect state policy.
SB 2310 gives Mississippi's Public Service Commission (PSC) the authority to cancel a municipality's water service certificate if it provides inadequate service beyond its city limits (more than one mile outside boundaries). The bill amends state law to allow the PSC to find service inadequate and then petition a court to place the system under a court-appointed manager (receiver) to restore service. This directly affects municipalities operating water systems outside their corporate boundaries that fail to meet service standards. The law, effective July 1, 2026, aims to ensure reliable water service for customers in these extended areas by enabling the PSC to intervene when necessary.
SB 2414 updates the membership composition of Mississippi's Title V Advisory Council by replacing inactive or non-existent industry representation groups. The council will now include four industry representatives (appointed by the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Speaker of the House) alongside existing members from business and agricultural organizations. This change ensures the council reflects current stakeholders who pay Title V program fees, while maintaining its existing duty to study program costs and recommend equitable fee structures for the Department of Environmental Quality. The bill does not alter the council's core responsibilities or fee-setting mechanisms.
