Rep. Rodney Hall

Maddy summaryThis bill reenacts and extends the effective period of Mississippi's 2004 workforce development law (originally set to expire), while making minor updates to agency names and reporting requirements. It removes requirements for local workforce boards and one-stop career centers at community colleges. The bill maintains the existing statewide workforce system structure, including the State Workforce Investment Board with business, labor, and government representation. It does not create new programs or alter core workforce services.

Maddy summaryHB 390 appropriates $400,000 from the state general fund to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) for a feasibility study. The study will examine the most efficient design for a specific corridor along Mississippi Highway 305 in DeSoto County, stretching from Church Street to the Lewisburg community. MDOT will hire a consultant to conduct this analysis during fiscal year 2027. The bill does not implement road construction or changes but funds preliminary research to inform future transportation planning for this corridor.

Maddy summaryHB 391 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to cover costs for widening the lanes of the bridge over Mississippi Highway 78 in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The funds are designated for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly affects MDOT, which will manage the project, and the residents and businesses in Olive Branch that use the bridge. The key provision is the allocation of state funds specifically for this infrastructure upgrade, with no additional policy changes or requirements beyond the funding mechanism.

Maddy summaryHB 419 increases Mississippi's homestead property tax exemption for a specific group: unremarried surviving spouses of veterans who were honorably discharged and are 85 years or older. The bill amends existing law to grant these individuals a full exemption from all ad valorem taxes on their homestead property's assessed value, rather than a partial reduction. This expands the current homestead exemption program to include this veteran spouse demographic, providing complete tax relief on their primary residence. The exemption applies to the entire assessed value of their home, not just a portion of it.

Maddy summaryHB 421 appropriates $9 million from the State General Fund to the City of Olive Branch to cover costs for installing artificial turf on 15 baseball fields at Olive Branch City Park during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly assists the City of Olive Branch's governing authorities in completing this specific infrastructure project. The bill establishes a straightforward transfer of state funds to the city, requiring payment via state warrants upon proper requisition, with no additional policy changes or requirements beyond the funding allocation.

Maddy summaryHB 693 increases the amount of National Guard compensation excluded from Mississippi's state income tax from $15,000 to $25,000 annually. This change directly affects Mississippi National Guard members whose state income tax calculations exclude this portion of their military pay. The bill amends Section 27-7-15 of Mississippi's tax code to adjust the exclusion threshold for active-duty National Guard compensation. This is a specific tax code adjustment with no new programs or funding mechanisms. The policy change reduces taxable income for eligible National Guard members by $10,000 per year.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to help the City of Olive Branch fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the historic Maples Methodist Church building. The funds will be used to convert the church into a community events center and theater for public use. The State Bond Commission will manage the bond sale process, and the state pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bond principal and interest.

Maddy summaryHB 1256 creates a $650 refundable state income tax credit for Mississippi taxpayers who are active drilling members of the Army or Air National Guard and qualify for an existing exemption on their military compensation under Mississippi law. The credit directly affects eligible National Guard members who serve during drill periods (like weekend training) and pay state income tax. If the credit exceeds a taxpayer's state income tax liability after other credits, they receive a cash refund from the state. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1791 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund specific highway improvements in DeSoto County. The bill directly affects DeSoto County by providing state financial assistance for two key projects: five-laning Mississippi Highway 305 between Belle Forest Drive and College Road, and adding a turn lane at the intersection with Cedar Creek Drive. The bonds would be backed by the state's full faith and credit, with proceeds exclusively used for these highway upgrades and related costs. This is a funding mechanism, not a policy change to road design or traffic rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows dental hygienists employed by the Mississippi State Board of Health or public school boards to perform oral hygiene instruction, screening, and fluoride applications (as part of education) under general supervision by a licensed dentist - without needing to meet standard practice requirements like 5 years of experience or CPR certification. It also permits hygienists making public dental hygiene demonstrations for educational purposes to operate under similar general supervision. These exemptions apply exclusively to educational activities, not regular patient care. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.