Rep. Bryant Clark

Maddy summaryHB 1679 would create a Mississippi state income tax credit of $1,200 per child for taxpayers who claim the federal child tax credit on their federal return. It directly affects Mississippi families with children who qualify for the federal credit, allowing them to reduce their state tax bill by up to $1,200 per child annually. Unused credit amounts could be carried forward for up to five years. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and was never enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 504 amends Mississippi's state income tax code to exclude overtime pay from the definition of "gross income" for tax purposes. This directly affects Mississippi workers who earn overtime compensation, as it would reduce their taxable income. The bill modifies Section 27-7-15 of the Mississippi Code to remove overtime from the list of income items included in gross income calculations. The change would lower state income tax liability for eligible workers receiving overtime pay.

Maddy summaryHB 431 creates a pilot program providing low-interest loans (1% annual interest) to homeowners in Mississippi's 10 poorest counties, as defined by U.S. Census data. Eligible applicants must have a household income under $30,000 annually, own the property they wish to repair or build on, and have been denied conventional loans in the past year. The program is funded by $3 million in state bonds, repaid through new fees collected when recording property deeds and deeds of trust, which will be deposited into a dedicated sinking fund. The Mississippi Development Authority will administer the program and establish rules for implementation.

Maddy summaryHB 1862 would have allocated $250,000 from the state general fund to Attala County's Board of Supervisors to cover road and bridge repairs in Supervisors District 4 during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). This appropriation directly affects residents and infrastructure in that specific district by providing state funding for local maintenance. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 356 authorized Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to provide funds for Holmes County, Mississippi, to cover costs of road/street improvements and upgrades to county buildings and facilities. The bill would have allowed the state to borrow money (with full state credit pledged) to pay for these specific infrastructure projects in Holmes County. Proceeds from the bond sales would have been transferred directly to Holmes County for these designated purposes only. The bill died in committee in February 2025 and never became law.

Maddy summaryHB 543 creates a grant program to help businesses expand cellular and broadband access in Mississippi's rural areas. It directly affects businesses operating in counties with ≤30,000 people or municipalities with ≤10,000 people, as defined by the latest census. The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) will administer grants covering up to 25% of project costs for infrastructure improvements. The program is funded by $15 million in state bonds, with unspent funds rolling over annually instead of lapsing. The bonds must be issued by July 1, 2029, to support this initiative.

Maddy summaryHB 1864 appropriates $1.15 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Holmes County's Board of Supervisors for fiscal year 2025-2026. The funds are specifically allocated to repair county roads ($1 million) and upgrade the Holmes County Industrial Park ($150,000). The bill directs the State Treasurer to disburse the funds upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2025. This is a direct funding measure targeting Holmes County infrastructure needs, with no additional policy changes or broader implications described in the text.

Maddy summaryHB 1920 appropriates $100 million (split equally as $50 million each) to Coahoma Community College and Mississippi Delta Community College for campus facility repairs and improvements through June 2026. The funds cover specific projects like restoring historic buildings, upgrading electrical/plumbing systems, modernizing academic spaces, improving student housing, enhancing safety systems, and implementing energy efficiency initiatives. Each college must submit a detailed plan with timelines and provide annual progress reports to the Legislature. The bill, referred to Appropriations committees in February 2025, died in committee and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 1921 appropriates $300 million ($100 million to each) to Mississippi's three HBCUs - Alcorn State, Jackson State, and Mississippi Valley State - for repairing and upgrading campus buildings and infrastructure. The funds cover specific projects like restoring historic structures, modernizing electrical/plumbing systems, improving student housing, creating new academic spaces, enhancing safety systems, and supporting energy efficiency. Each university must submit a detailed plan for approval and provide annual progress reports to the legislature on how the money is spent.

Maddy summaryHR 40 designates February 20, 2025, as "Nonprofit Day at the Capitol" in Mississippi through a ceremonial resolution. It does not create new programs or policies but formally recognizes the role of nonprofit organizations in providing essential community services like education, healthcare, and social support. The resolution encourages Mississippi citizens to support nonprofits and invites nonprofit leaders to engage with legislators at the Capitol on that date. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct policy changes or funding impacts, aimed solely at raising awareness of nonprofit contributions.