Rep. Larry Byrd

Primary HC 58

died · Mississippi House · Lead sponsor

Republic of China (Taiwan); commend friendship with State of Mississippi and encourage further economic ties.

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill is a concurrent resolution from the Mississippi State Legislature that formally expresses support for strengthening economic and diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The document highlights the existing trade relationship between Mississippi and Taiwan, noting that Taiwan is a significant export partner for the state. It calls for the creation of a Mississippi Trade and Investment Office in Taiwan to boost business engagement and celebrates the state's sister-state relationship with Taiwan. Additionally, the resolution advocates for Taiwan's participation in various international organizations and frameworks, including the World Health Organization and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. As a non-binding resolution, it serves to record the legislature's stance rather than enact enforceable laws.

died May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1003

Signed into law · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Homestead exemption; revise time within which certain homeowners may apply for.

Maddy summaryHB 1003 amends Mississippi law to extend the deadline for specific veterans and surviving spouses to apply for a homestead property tax exemption. Currently, these individuals must apply within 30 days of a home purchase or by December 31 of that year, but the bill removes this strict time limit for them. The change directly affects totally disabled veterans, unremarried surviving spouses of disabled veterans, and unremarried surviving spouses of service members who died on active duty. While the bill does not alter the general April 1 filing deadline for other homeowners, it provides greater flexibility for this specific group of military-connected residents to secure their tax benefits.

Signed into law May 10, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1126

Signed into law · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

"Walker Montgomery Protecting Children Online Act"; establish to protect minors from harmful content.

Signed into law Apr 30, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1607

died · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Mississippi Women's Bill of Rights; create.

died Apr 29, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 504

died · Mississippi House · Lead sponsor

Rural Fire truck Acquisition Assistance Program; authorize an additional round for counties and municipalities.

died Apr 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1378

Signed into law · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Homestead exemption; increase for honorably discharged veterans 90 years of age or older.

Signed into law Apr 25, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1210

Signed into law · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

The Dr. Elton Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinarians Scholarship Program; establish.

Signed into law Apr 17, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HR 100

Passed · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Chief Warrent Officer 4s Derek Abbott and Bryan Zemek; commend distinguished life of service upon their passing.

Passed Apr 10, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1284

died · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Mississippi Foreign Land Ownership Act; create to prohibit acquisition of forestry and agricultural lands.

died Apr 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HR 92

Passed · Mississippi House · Co-sponsor

Alfred Williams; commend for being the first African American inducted into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame.

Passed Apr 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track