Rep. Tracey Rosebud

Maddy summaryHB 1409 requires Mississippi's Department of Corrections to include in an offender's discharge plan whether they were convicted of a crime that disenfranchises voters (like certain felonies). If an offender hasn't registered to vote and wasn't convicted of such a crime, the department must provide a mail-in voter registration application to help them register. The bill also directs the Secretary of State to supply these applications to the Department of Corrections for distribution to eligible offenders. This aims to make voter registration more accessible during reentry for people returning to communities after incarceration. (Note: The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026.)

Maddy summaryHB 1410 creates a Board of Directors for Mississippi's Department of Human Services, effective July 1, 2026, to oversee the department's operations. The board consists of four members appointed by the Governor and three by the Lieutenant Governor (with Senate confirmation), tasked with assisting and overseeing the Executive Director in major decisions affecting department programs and policies. It requires the Executive Director to consult the board before major decisions and meet quarterly with the existing Joint Oversight Committee. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and has not advanced further.

Maddy summaryHB 1565 would require all Mississippi residents under 18 applying for a driver's license after July 1, 2026, to complete a state-certified driver education program that includes hands-on driving practice and safe driving instruction. The bill mandates that this program be available for home-schooled students and adults who haven't taken driver education, with a Certificate of Completion required for license issuance. It also directs the Department of Public Safety to establish this program by the effective date. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and was never enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits professional engineering firms from adding markups (extra charges for overhead, profit, or indirect costs) to fees billed to Mississippi municipalities for services. It requires firms to charge only the direct cost of work performed, banning any additional percentages or fixed amounts. The law applies to all engineering services provided to cities, towns, or other local governments within Mississippi. It would take effect on July 1, 2026, if passed.

Maddy summaryHB 1733 would have established a State Correctional Facilities Monitoring Unit within Mississippi's Department of Public Safety. The unit would conduct regular inspections of all state and privately operated correctional facilities, investigate inmate complaints, review facility procedures, and provide confidential reports to the Governor and Legislature every quarter. It would directly affect inmates, facility staff, and the Department of Public Safety by requiring facilities to comply with state/federal laws and best practices. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and never became law.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends the Grenada High School Chargers Football Team for winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 6A State Championship in the 2024-2025 season - their first state title in program history. It specifically highlights their 43-14 championship victory over Hattiesburg and recognizes key players and coaches. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team’s achievement, with no policy changes or direct effects beyond symbolic recognition. It was adopted by both legislative chambers in April 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding resolution commending the Grenada High School Chargers Football Team for winning the MHSAA Class 6A State Championship. It formally recognizes their 2024-2025 season achievements, including their first state title, championship victory over Hattiesburg, and individual player honors. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative praise for the team's athletic success and community representation. It directly affects no individuals or entities beyond acknowledging the team's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryHB 565 requires Mississippi law enforcement agencies to report officer resignations and terminations to the Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training. Agencies must provide timely notification within a specified timeframe and include an explanation if the resignation or termination resulted from disciplinary action. Failure to report carries penalties, though agencies may appeal the board's decision. This bill directly affects all law enforcement agencies in Mississippi, aiming to improve transparency in officer employment history.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 6, 2025, as "Omega Psi Phi Day" in Mississippi to commend the fraternity's community service and legacy. It recognizes the organization's 100+ years of activism, including over 5,000 hours of community service and initiatives like scholarship programs and voter registration in Mississippi. The resolution is purely ceremonial, with no new laws or funding, and serves to honor the fraternity's historical contributions to Mississippi and national civil rights efforts. It was adopted by the Mississippi House of Representatives on March 5, 2025, and will be formally recognized at the state capitol.

Maddy summaryHB 1656, the STRONG Act, would provide tax benefits and health care support for Mississippi National Guard members and their families. It increases income tax exemptions for Guard and Reserve members, creates a $250 annual credit against motor vehicle taxes for service members and their spouses, and establishes a program to reimburse National Guard members for Tricare Reserve Select health insurance premiums. The Adjutant General would administer the program and report its progress to the legislature. The bill passed the legislature in February 2025 but died on calendar before becoming law.