This House Resolution commends the Pascagoula High School boys basketball team and head coach Lorenzo Wright for winning their first-ever Class 6A state championship in Mississippi history. The resolution recognizes the team's undefeated district record and their 28-6 season performance, including a championship victory over Terry High School. It also highlights senior Blake Nettles winning the Class 6A Mr. Basketball award and acknowledges the dedication of the school community that supported the team throughout the season. The document serves as an official recognition from the Mississippi House of Representatives and will be distributed to the school administration, the coach, and local media.
This Mississippi House resolution formally commends the Tougaloo College Men's Basketball Team and Head Coach Eric Strothers for winning the HBCU Athletic Conference Western Division Title in the 2025-2026 season. The document recognizes the team's fifth consecutive conference championship and highlights their strong performance in the NAIA National Tournament over the past five years. Copies of the resolution will be provided to the head coach, team members, and the Capitol Press Corps as a gesture of official recognition.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes and celebrates the 70th anniversary of the economic development partnership between the City of Greenwood and Leflore County in Mississippi. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but instead serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the long-standing collaboration that established the Greenwood-Leflore Industrial Board. The resolution acknowledges the partnership's role in fostering job creation and attracting major businesses to the region over seven decades. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the involved organizations and local government bodies as an expression of appreciation from the state legislature.
This House Resolution commends and congratulates the West Lauderdale High School Lady Knights Soccer Team for winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 4A State Championship. The resolution formally recognizes the team's victory in a three-nil shutout game against the New Albany Lady Bulldogs on February 21, 2026, and highlights their season achievements including a 19-5-1 record and 96 goals scored. Copies of the resolution will be provided to the team and members of the Capitol Press Corps as an official acknowledgment of their accomplishment.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and congratulates Christopher Price Newman on his retirement from law enforcement. The resolution recognizes his decades of distinguished service across multiple agencies in Mississippi, including the Mississippi Department of Revenue, where he served as Chief of the Criminal Investigation Division. It highlights his career achievements, such as securing significant convictions in fraud, tax evasion, and timber theft cases, as well as his leadership roles and certifications. The document serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to public safety and law enforcement in the state.
This bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes and commends actress Tatyana Ali for being featured in the Women's Foundation of Mississippi's Visionaries 2026 program. The resolution highlights her advocacy work in maternal health and reproductive justice, noting her personal experience with childbirth trauma and her founding of the Baby Yams quilt company, which supports Black and Indigenous birth workers. The document serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to improving maternal health outcomes and does not create any new laws or funding.
This House Resolution formally commends and congratulates the Tishomingo County High School Lady Braves Basketball Team and Head Coach John Strickland for winning the 2026 Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 4A State Basketball Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 28-2 season record, their dominance in playoff competition, and individual achievements such as multiple All-Star selections and Player of the Year awards. It also acknowledges the coaching staff and support personnel who contributed to the team's success, including the achievement of a perfect home record for several senior players. This is a ceremonial resolution intended to honor the accomplishments of the team and coach rather than to enact new policy or funding.
This resolution recognizes the value of voluntary conservation easements for protecting wildlife habitats and private property rights on private lands in Mississippi. It honors the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses for its work in supporting these conservation efforts and private land stewardship. The document does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the importance of voluntary conservation easements as a tool for maintaining agricultural operations and preserving natural resources.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Eupora High School Eagles cheerleaders and their coaches, Jamie Walker and Kristy Tindall, for winning the 2025 Mississippi High School Activities Association 2A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's athletic achievement, character, and teamwork, and specifically names the individual student-athletes who made up the squad. It serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Mississippi House of Representatives and includes provisions to send copies of the resolution to the team and the Capitol Press Corps. The document does not change laws or policies but rather honors a specific accomplishment.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes and commends Pamela Moody, a choral director at Jim Hill High School in Mississippi. It honors her achievement of being named the 2025-2026 Outstanding Music Educator for Mississippi by the National Federation of State High School Associations. The resolution highlights her two decades of service in Jackson Public Schools, her leadership roles in music education organizations, and her consistent success in choral competitions. This document serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to arts education rather than creating new laws or policies.
This bill is a House resolution that formally commends Dr. Katrina Cox and the cast of the Laurel Little Theatre's production of "The Color Purple: The Musical" for their artistic achievements and cultural impact. It recognizes Dr. Cox as the first African-American director at the Laurel Little Theatre and honors the historic milestone of the theatre's first all-African-American cast. The resolution acknowledges the production's critical acclaim, increased attendance, and role in fostering community unity and artistic expression in Laurel, Mississippi. The bill directs copies of the resolution to Dr. Cox, the cast and crew, and the Capitol Press Corps as a formal record of recognition.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally congratulates Reverend Dr. Victor Dixon on his election as President of the Copiah Ministerial Alliance. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official recognition of his leadership role within the organization. The resolution lists his various community service positions and directs copies of the document to Reverend Dixon and the Capitol Press Corps.
