Maddy summaryMississippi's HB 1922 appropriates $330,629 from state special funds to cover the operating expenses of the Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds specifically cover salaries, wages, and benefits for three permanent staff positions, with $203,629 designated exclusively for "Personal Services" (no promotions or salary increases for current staff). The bill requires the board to maintain detailed financial records matching its FY2026 reporting and prohibits using these funds for federal replacement or to exceed the approved budget. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly affecting the board's budget and staffing for licensing oversight.
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Maddy summaryHB 1920 appropriates $1,950,524 from the Real Estate License Fund to cover the Mississippi Real Estate Commission's operating expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifies that $1,229,744 of this amount must be used exclusively for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits) for up to 16 permanent staff positions, with strict rules prohibiting use for promotions, title changes, or salary increases beyond approved headcounts. It requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching FY2026 standards and mandates that any FY2028 budget request follow the same reporting format. This is a funding bill with no policy changes, solely allocating existing resources for the Commission's personnel costs.
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 1117, the "Creating Transparency and Accountability in Dental Services Act," requires dental insurance companies (dental carriers) to calculate and annually report their dental loss ratio (DLR) - the percentage of premium dollars spent directly on patient dental care versus administrative costs. Dental carriers must file these reports by June 30 each year, detailing how much was spent on clinical services, unpaid claims, and recovered payments, while excluding overhead like staff salaries or network development. The Commissioner of Insurance will make these reports publicly accessible on the department's website by December 1 each year and submit aggregated data to the Insurance Committees. This applies to all dental health plans sold in Mississippi but excludes Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program, and other state-sponsored plans.
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 summaryHB 1713 establishes a state-sponsored life insurance program for Mississippi National Guard members, facilitated by the Mississippi Military Department and sponsored by the Adjutant General. The bill enables voluntary enrollment in coverage provided through the National Guard Association of Mississippi (NGAMS), allowing members to learn about, enroll in, or adjust their benefits during training events. It authorizes program representatives to conduct briefings and coordinates premium payments with federal systems (DFAS) for members who choose to participate. The program does not create new insurance but makes existing coverage accessible, with participation strictly optional for all National Guard members.
Maddy summaryHB 1392 creates a new Fire Grant Fund to help Mississippi counties and municipalities purchase fire trucks, equipment, and implement fire safety programs. It requires the State Fire Marshal and Mississippi State Rating Bureau to adopt Insurance Services Office (ISO) standards for fire trucks, preventing mandatory retirement based solely on calendar age if trucks have proper maintenance and pass safety inspections. Existing funds from rural fire truck programs (Rural Fire Truck Fund, Supplementary Rural Fire Truck Fund, and Annual Fire Fund) will be transferred into the new grant fund, which will be managed by the Department of Finance and Administration. Grants will be awarded using a points system that prioritizes communities with current fire safety plans and prior grant applications, with up to 90% funding for first-time applicants.
Maddy summaryHB 1170 updates Mississippi's fire insurance rating system to directly affect municipalities, fire departments (including volunteer and rural units), and insurers. It requires the rating bureau to evaluate fire trucks based on condition and maintenance (not age), consider all water sources (like ponds/lakes) when grading fire departments (with a minimum 250 gpm standard), and use a 7.5-mile response distance from fire stations. The bill also mandates new rules for selling fire trucks, requiring local entities to have first priority before out-of-state sales, and prohibits insurers from raising rates above the bureau’s base rates. These changes aim to standardize fire risk assessments and ensure fairer insurance pricing for communities.
Maddy summaryHB 1019 creates the "Association Self-Funded Health Benefit Plan Coverage Act" to allow Mississippi professional and trade associations (like lawyers, doctors, plumbers, or electricians) to offer self-funded health plans regulated by another state or federal authority instead of Mississippi insurance laws. The bill exempts such plans from Mississippi's insurance regulations if they prove they meet specific requirements, including being established for at least three years, operating as a nonprofit, maintaining proper reserves, and complying with federal ERISA standards. Plans must provide written notice to participants that they are not regulated under Mississippi law and designate the state Insurance Commissioner as their agent for legal service. This directly affects association members seeking alternative health coverage options without Mississippi's insurance oversight.
Maddy summaryHB 282 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funding for Prentiss County to cover costs related to repairing, renovating, restoring, and upgrading the Prentiss County Courthouse. The bonds, backed by the state's full credit, will be sold by the State Bond Commission, with proceeds dedicated exclusively to courthouse improvements. This bill directly affects Prentiss County by enabling state-funded support for critical courthouse infrastructure without requiring immediate county financial outlay. The state assumes responsibility for repaying the bonds, and funds must be used solely for the specified courthouse project.