Rep. Rickey Thompson

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes Lee County's Board of Supervisors to decide whether the county sheriff's department can use radar speed detection devices in school zones. If the board approves by a unanimous vote, they will establish rules for how the sheriff's department can use these radar units on county roads outside city limits when schools are in session. The law defines school zones as roadways near or along school buildings and grounds where school activities take place. This legislation gives local officials the power to regulate speed enforcement in areas where student safety is a concern.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution urges the State of Mississippi to adopt a Temporary Workers' Bill of Rights that would establish protections for temporary staffing workers. The proposed guidelines include requirements for living wages, clear pay information, and safety training, while prohibiting fees for background checks and banning forced arbitration or non-compete agreements. It also mandates that temporary assignments cannot exceed 90 days, after which workers must be offered full-time permanent employment with benefits. The resolution aims to address issues like discrimination and requires staffing agencies to publish employment data for transparency.

Maddy summaryThis bill restores the right to vote to Charles Covington, a resident of Lee County, Mississippi, who had previously lost his voting rights due to convictions for burglary and arson. The legislation formally recognizes that Covington has completed his prison sentences and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen, allowing him to participate in elections again. The act takes effect immediately upon passage and does not create new laws or affect other individuals.

Maddy summaryThis Mississippi state bill authorizes the City of Tupelo to issue up to $53 million in bonds to restore funding for the Northeast Mississippi Regional Water Supply District. The money will be used to service existing debt and pay for construction costs related to water infrastructure projects, including the Wellspring industrial development site. The legislation allows the district to provide water access to municipalities and counties in the Eutaw-McShan aquifer area, with costs shared through user fees across participating counties. The bill defines specific terms related to water projects and establishes procedures for how the district will calculate and allocate expenses among its customers.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally commends Tupelo High School and Athletics Director Jason Miller for winning the 2024-2025 Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 7A All-Sports Award. The resolution recognizes the school's athletic teams for achieving multiple state championships across football, basketball, cross country, and tennis, as well as strong academic performance among student-athletes. It highlights the leadership of Athletics Director Jason Miller and notes that this award marks Tupelo's first All-Sports title since 2017. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of the school's athletic achievements and does not create any new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes and congratulates Zell Long on her retirement as CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi. It highlights her 16-year leadership role, her previous service in the City of Tupelo, and her contributions to expanding youth programs through facility improvements and partnerships. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the Mississippi House of Representatives to honor her distinguished service. Copies of the resolution will be sent to Zell Long and the Capitol Press Corps.

Maddy summaryHB 655 designates a specific 12.32-mile segment of roads in Chickasaw County as the "Davis Lake Road Scenic Byway," running from the intersection of MS Highway 15 and County Road 124 east to MS Highway 41. The bill formally establishes this route under Mississippi's scenic byway program (per Section 65-41-1 et seq.) without creating new funding or regulations. It directly affects local transportation planning and signage within Chickasaw County, effective July 1, 2026. This is a procedural designation focused solely on naming and recognizing the route, with no additional policy changes.

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 summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring the Mississippi Workers' Center for Human Rights (MWC) on its 30th anniversary. It recognizes the organization’s work since 1996 supporting low-wage workers, particularly in Mississippi’s Delta region, through legal advocacy, education (like its "Knowledge is Power!" manual), and community programs to improve workplace conditions and combat discrimination. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply expresses legislative praise for the Center’s advocacy on behalf of marginalized workers and its role in promoting dignity and equal rights. It does not create new policies, provide funding, or directly affect any individuals or entities beyond symbolic recognition.