Rep. Sam Creekmore

Maddy summaryHB 848 creates the Opioid Settlement Fund Committee to annually allocate money from Mississippi’s opioid litigation settlements (e.g., from Janssen, Johnson & Johnson, and pharmacy chains). The committee, including the Governor, Attorney General, health officials, and public safety leaders, determines grant recipients for specific programs like school drug prevention, treatment centers, and healthcare for uninsured patients with addiction or mental health needs. Funds must follow settlement agreement rules, and the Attorney General must report annual disbursements to the legislature. The bill specifies unspent funds won’t roll into the general budget, ensuring dedicated use for opioid-related initiatives.

Maddy summaryHB 1401 creates a state certification program for community health workers (CHWs) in Mississippi, requiring all CHWs to be certified by the State Department of Health by January 1, 2026. It directs Medicaid to seek federal approval for reimbursing providers who employ certified CHWs for specific services like health education, chronic disease prevention, communication assistance across cultural barriers, and patient self-management support. The law establishes rules for certification requirements, training programs, continuing education, and the scope of practice for CHWs. This affects CHWs (who must now be certified), Medicaid providers (who can bill for these services), and patients in underserved communities by standardizing the profession and expanding access to community-based care.

Maddy summaryHB 671 extends Mississippi's reimbursement period for hospitals that created ICU beds or negative pressure beds during the pandemic, allowing them to seek payment for eligible expenses incurred through December 31, 2026 (previously ending December 31, 2024). Hospitals that expanded capacity under the program can receive up to $200,000 per ICU bed or $50,000 per negative pressure bed, subject to available funds. The bill requires hospitals to certify expenses comply with federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) guidelines and mandates annual reporting to the legislature. The program, funded by federal Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds, will end on July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 668 raises Mississippi's legal age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21. It prohibits retailers from selling, delivering, or giving tobacco to anyone under 21, requiring them to check government-issued ID for in-person sales and verify age for mail orders. Retailers face escalating fines ($50-$150) for violations, with repeated offenses risking permit suspension. The bill also mandates clear "21+ only" signage at points of sale, restricts vending machine sales to adult-access locations, and bans publishing the names of minors convicted of tobacco law violations. It takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HC 46) is a symbolic concurrent resolution commending Charlie Kemp, a Mississippi-born race car driving legend, for his career achievements in motorsports. It formally recognizes his contributions, including his record-setting wins with the Shelby GT350 R, Can-Am series victories, and development of the Kemp Cobra II prototype, which was so advanced it was "outlawed" by racing authorities. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation for Kemp's legacy and influence on American racing.

Maddy summaryHB 580 proposes designating a specific segment of Interstate 22 in Mississippi (running through DeSoto, Marshall, Benton, Union, Pontotoc, Lee, and Itawamba Counties) and a portion of U.S. Highway 78 in Byhalia, DeSoto County, as the "Medal of Honor Trail." The bill requires the Mississippi Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs along this designated highway route. This is a ceremonial naming resolution with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on constituents beyond the symbolic recognition of veterans. The bill died in committee in March 2025 and was never enacted.

Maddy summaryHR 64 is a resolution passed by the Mississippi House of Representatives commending Dr. Phyllis Polk Johnson for her election as president of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) for 2024-2026 and her service as Executive Director of the Mississippi Board of Nursing. The resolution recognizes her leadership in nursing regulation, including overseeing licensure for nearly 70,000 nurses in Mississippi and advancing national nursing standards through the NCSBN. It highlights her career achievements, education, and contributions to public health initiatives like the Governor's Opioid Task Force. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policy or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 72) that formally commends Kirk Lewis for being named Chairman of the Board of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association (MMA) for 2024-2025. It recognizes him as the first African American to hold this position and highlights his leadership at Blue Springs Metals LLC and over 30 years of business experience. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses the Mississippi House's recognition of Lewis's achievement and service to the manufacturing community. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Mississippi State University's Department of Landscape Architecture on its 60th anniversary, recognizing its contributions to education, environmental stewardship, and landscape design. It highlights the department's history since 1878, including milestones like its 1967 transition to a dedicated degree program and its 2024 rebranding to include environmental design. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing formal recognition without creating new laws or obligations. It was adopted by the Mississippi House of Representatives in March 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 570 requires Mississippi government agencies employing full-time EMTs, paramedics, emergency medical responders, 911 dispatchers, and firefighters to provide evidence-based mental health first aid training approved by the state Department of Mental Health to all such personnel by July 1, 2031. This applies to all full-time staff certified by relevant state boards, including those working for local or state government entities. The bill mandates the training to help emergency responders recognize and appropriately respond to mental health crises during their duties. It does not create new penalties or funding but sets a compliance deadline for existing emergency response roles.