Rep. Ken Morgan

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally honors the legislative career and public service of former Representative Blaine H. "Bo" Eaton II, who served Mississippi's House District 79 for 20 years from 1996 to 2016. The resolution recognizes his leadership roles on key committees including Agriculture and Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, and highlights his contributions to economic development initiatives such as the Reforestation Tax Credit and the Mississippi Investment Act. This document serves as an official commendation from the Mississippi House of Representatives and does not create any new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution from the Mississippi Legislature that formally asks the U.S. Congress to authorize the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for military veterans who served in Honduras between 1981 and 1992. The resolution highlights that while similar service in El Salvador during the same period qualified for this medal, veterans who served in Honduras were excluded, creating what the bill describes as an inequity in recognition. It notes that service members in Honduras faced hazardous conditions and that several veterans' organizations and other states support this request for retroactive medal issuance. The bill does not directly change federal law but serves as an official memorial urging federal action to address the perceived disparity in military award eligibility.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Columbia Academy Lady Cougars Softball Team for winning the 2025 MAIS AAA South State Championship and the 2025 MAIS AAA Division 1 Overall State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's historic first state title, highlighting their specific game victories and the contributions of individual players, coaches, and the team manager. It does not create any new laws or funding but serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's athletic achievements by the Mississippi House of Representatives. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the team and the Capitol Press Corps to formally record this recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Columbia Academy Lady Cougars Cross Country Team and their coaching staff for winning the 2025 MAIS Class 3A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's historic achievements, including securing the title with five runners in the top 10 and producing the school's first individual state champion. It also acknowledges the team's consistent performance throughout the season and the dedication of the student-athletes and supporters. The resolution serves as an official statement of recognition rather than a policy change, and copies will be distributed to the team, school administration, and press corps.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending the Mississippi Forestry Commission for its 100th anniversary. It formally honors the agency's century of service since its 1926 founding, recognizing its role in wildfire protection, forest management, and supporting Mississippi's economy and environment. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation through a formal commendation. It does not affect any individuals, programs, or laws.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends and congratulates the Columbia High School Wildcats Football Team for winning the 2025 Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 4A State Championship. The resolution recognizes their championship victory on December 5, 2025, at Davis Wade Stadium, and acknowledges the contributions of the student-athletes, coaches, and support staff. It serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the Mississippi Legislature to the team and community.

Maddy summaryHB 1402 designates a one-mile segment of Mississippi Highway 537 in Yazoo County as the "Colonel Donnell Berry Memorial Highway" to honor Colonel Donnell Berry. The Mississippi Department of Transportation will install and maintain signage along this highway segment. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026. This is a commemorative designation with no policy or funding changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Mississippi Agricultural and Livestock Theft Bureau officers to retain their issued sidearm upon retirement, instead of returning it to the agency. It amends Section 45-9-133 of Mississippi law to explicitly permit these officers to keep one firearm as personal property when retiring under the Public Employees' Retirement System. The policy change directly affects current and future retirement of officers employed by the Agricultural and Livestock Theft Bureau. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1085 creates a program to reimburse Mississippi National Guard members for costs of Tricare Reserve Select health coverage and Tricare Dental premiums. It directly affects Guard members who pay these premiums themselves and do not have health/dental coverage through a civilian employer. The Mississippi Military Department will administer the program, using funds approved annually by the legislature, and must report yearly on participation and program effectiveness to the legislature. The bill ensures state reimbursement only covers premiums not already covered by federal sources.

Maddy summaryHB 647 designates November 9 as Gold Star Father's Day in Mississippi, honoring fathers who lost children or had children permanently disabled in military service. The bill adds this day to Mississippi’s calendar of commemorative observances, similar to existing days like Elvis Presley Day. It does not create a legal holiday but establishes a day for recognition and remembrance of Gold Star Fathers’ sacrifices. The designation takes effect January 1, 2026, as part of the state’s official observances.