Rep. Dan Eubanks

Maddy summaryMississippi's House Concurrent Resolution 12 (HC 12) is a state application urging Congress to call a constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. It proposes a specific amendment to limit congressional terms: capping re-elections for both House members (max 6 terms) and Senators (max 2 terms). The resolution requests that Mississippi's application be counted toward the 34-state threshold needed to compel Congress to convene such a convention, aggregating with similar applications from other states. This is a procedural request, not a law, and does not change current term limits or directly affect voters or legislators.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution from the Mississippi legislature calls on the U.S. Congress to repeal the FACE Act (18 U.S.C. §248), which prohibits interference with access to reproductive health services, and urges President Trump to pardon individuals convicted under it. It cites alleged DOJ overreach under the Biden administration, including prosecutions of pro-life protesters for nonviolent activities like prayer outside clinics, while noting no prosecutions of abortion activists for similar conduct after *Dobbs*. The resolution is a symbolic state-level request, not a binding federal bill, and has not advanced beyond committee. It does not change existing law but expresses support for repealing the FACE Act and pardoning those convicted under it.

Maddy summaryThis Mississippi bill establishes rules for the state's delegates to an Article V constitutional convention proposed under the U.S. Constitution. It requires commissioners to be Mississippi residents for five years, U.S. citizens, and prohibits them from supporting changes to the Bill of Rights (including the 13th-26th Amendments) or altering the "one-state-vote" convention rule. Commissioners would be appointed by a joint legislative vote, must follow specific instructions from the legislature, and take an oath to adhere to these limits. The bill also outlines vacancy procedures, sets compensation equal to state legislators, and bans gifts over $200 during service.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HC 54) calls on the U.S. Congress to pass bills (H.R. 589 and S. 223) that would repeal the FACE Act (Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act of 1994). It cites examples of pro-life activists prosecuted under the FACE Act after the Dobbs decision, including cases where individuals faced federal charges for peaceful protests outside clinics. The resolution commends President Trump for pardoning 23 such activists and argues the FACE Act has been misused to target pro-life advocates while attacks on their facilities went unpunished. The resolution was referred to committee but died in committee on April 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Holly Beck upon her retirement as Director of Choral Music at Horn Lake High School in Desoto County, Mississippi. It recognizes her nearly 30-year career in music education, including her leadership of the school's award-winning choirs, her 2022 Mississippi Excellence in Choral Music Award, and her initiatives like "signing events" for students receiving music scholarships. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Mississippi House of Representatives' appreciation for her contributions to students and the community. It was adopted by the House on April 2, 2025, and will be presented to Ms. Beck.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) that formally commends Major General John Trent Kelly for his 40-year military career and congratulates him upon his retirement in May 2025. It specifically recognizes his service in the Mississippi Army National Guard, including deployments to Desert Storm and Iraq, his leadership roles, and his awards. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws, regulations, or people beyond expressing the Mississippi House of Representatives' gratitude for his service. It was adopted and signed by the legislature in March 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1, the "Build Up Mississippi Act," reduces Mississippi's income tax rate for taxable income over $10,000 to 3.75% in 2027, 3.5% in 2028, 3.25% in 2029, and 3% in 2030 and beyond, with potential further reductions after 2031 under specific fiscal conditions. It also imposes a 5% sales tax on grocery purchases starting July 1, 2025, and increases gasoline excise taxes to 27 cents per gallon by 2027. Additionally, the bill creates a new retirement system tier for state employees joining on or after March 1, 2026, combining a defined benefit component with a defined contribution plan requiring 9% employee contributions.

Maddy summaryHB 188, the "Dignity and Safety for Incarcerated Women Act," requires all Mississippi correctional facilities to designate multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters exclusively for one sex (male or female). It prohibits incarcerated individuals from entering facilities designated for the opposite sex, except during emergencies, medical care, or maintenance. The bill creates private lawsuits for inmates who face violations, allowing them to seek court orders against facilities that fail to enforce gender-segregated spaces. This law applies to all incarcerated people in Mississippi facilities and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 87 is a commemorative resolution recognizing DeSoto County Deputy Sheriff Brian Brock for his selfless actions on March 4, 2025, when he deliberately positioned his vehicle to block an oncoming speeding car on Interstate 269, preventing a potential collision and saving other drivers. The resolution, adopted by the Mississippi House of Representatives on March 17, 2025, formally commends Brock for his courage and protects public safety, with no policy changes or funding involved. It is purely ceremonial, expressing gratitude for Brock’s actions and honoring his service.

Maddy summaryHB 849 proposes changes to Mississippi nursing laws. It would exempt Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) from needing a collaborative agreement with a physician after completing 8,000 practice hours. The bill also creates a new licensure system for Anesthesiologist Assistants (AAs), requiring them to work under an anesthesiologist’s supervision and meet specific qualifications set by the State Board of Medical Licensure. These changes would directly affect APRNs, CRNAs, and future AAs practicing in Mississippi. The bill died in committee on March 4, 2025, and has not become law.