Rep. Jonathan McMillan

Maddy summaryHB 1255 increases the homestead property tax exemption for Mississippi homeowners aged 65 or older. Starting January 1, 2026, qualifying seniors will receive an exemption covering up to $12,500 of their home's assessed value (up from the current $7,500 limit for this group). This applies to primary residences (homestead property) and reduces property taxes levied for both school districts and county general funds. The change affects Mississippi residents aged 65+ who own and occupy their primary home as of the tax year.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution passed by the Mississippi House of Representatives to commend the Madison-Ridgeland Academy boys track and field team for winning their fifth consecutive Midsouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Class 6A state championship. It directly honors the team members, their head coach John Weaver (in his 14th year at the school), and the school community. The resolution formally recognizes their achievement through a formal House commendation, extending "most sincere wishes for continued success." No policy changes or funding are involved - this is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law with policy changes) commending the Madison-Ridgeland Academy (MRA) Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams, Coach Trace Walters, and Coach Pat Lovitt for winning the 2024 Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Class 6A State Championship. It recognizes their athletic achievement, sportsmanship, and the coaches' leadership. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition through a House of Representatives vote. It was adopted by the Mississippi House on February 17, 2025, and signed into effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 25), not a law. It formally commends Gregg Perry, Germantown High School's athletic director, for being named the 2023-2024 Mississippi Athletic Administrator of the Year for Classes 5A-7A by the Mississippi High School Activities Association. The resolution acknowledges his 29-year career in education, his leadership in expanding athletic programs, and his teams' multiple state championships in sports like golf and baseball. It has no policy impact - it serves only as a symbolic honor to recognize his contributions.

Maddy summaryHR 26 is a resolution recognizing and commending the Germantown High School Band for winning the 7A 2024 State Marching Band Championship, their fourth state title overall and second in three years. It highlights the band’s additional category wins (Colorguard, Music Performance, Visual Performance) and their 2024 field program "Wild Card," performed under band director Justin Harvison. The resolution, adopted by the Mississippi House of Representatives, extends public commendation to the 166 band members and staff for bringing honor to Germantown High School and Mississippi. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact beyond formal recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 1231 would amend Mississippi law to classify a mother as committing felonious child abuse if a newborn tests positive for non-prescribed controlled substances at birth. The bill directly affects pregnant individuals who use controlled substances without a physician's prescription, making this a felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine for a first offense. Key mechanisms include updating the definition of felonious child abuse to include unexplained drug-positive birth tests (Section 97-5-39(2)(d)) and strengthening mandatory reporting requirements for such cases (Section 43-21-353). The law would not apply if the substance was medically prescribed.

Maddy summaryMississippi's HB 1289 requires businesses that sell, install, or maintain commercial fire-extinguishing equipment and cooking hood systems (but not portable fire extinguishers) to obtain a license from the State Fire Marshal by July 1, 2025. License applicants must pass a competency test, certify compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and the International Fire Code, and pay a fee capped at $400. The State Fire Marshal can issue cease-and-desist orders and revoke licenses for violations, with penalties enforced under existing law. This law aims to standardize safety practices for commercial fire suppression systems across Mississippi.

Maddy summaryHB 783 allows Mississippi retirees covered by the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to work full-time in positions where their employer has a documented critical staffing shortage while receiving their full retirement benefits. It requires employers to provide specific, quantifiable evidence of the shortage and confirm the retiree has the necessary qualifications for the role. This change modifies existing rules that previously limited retirees to part-time work with reduced benefits (e.g., half days or 25% of salary) in similar situations. The bill directly affects PERS retirees and state/local government employers facing staffing challenges in critical roles.

Maddy summaryHB 974 establishes a licensing system for anesthesiologist assistants in Mississippi, requiring them to obtain a license from the State Board of Medical Licensure to practice. It mandates completion of an accredited education program, passing a certification exam, and working exclusively under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist who delegates specific duties for patient care plans. The bill prohibits unlicensed practice (with criminal penalties), sets renewal requirements, and grants the Board authority to issue disciplinary actions. The bill was referred to the Public Health and Human Services Committee but died there on February 4, 2025, without further action.

Maddy summaryHB 1229 makes it a misdemeanor to harass first responders (including police, firefighters, and EMTs) after being verbally warned to stay away. It prohibits approaching within 25 feet with intent to impede their duties, threaten them, or cause serious emotional distress. Violators face fines up to $1,000, up to six months in jail, or both. The bill directly affects individuals who engage in such behavior toward emergency personnel while performing their duties. It aims to provide legal recourse for responders facing intentional, repeated harassment.