Maddy summaryHB 117 clarifies legal immunity for individuals who use deadly force in specific self-defense situations under Mississippi law. It establishes a presumption that a person reasonably feared imminent harm when defending their home, vehicle, business, or workplace against unlawful entry or violent acts. The bill grants immunity from both criminal prosecution and civil lawsuits for those meeting these conditions, unless the defender knew the person they confronted was a law enforcement officer acting in their official duties. It specifically applies to situations involving unlawful entry, resisting felony attempts, or protecting others in designated locations. This bill aims to strengthen existing self-defense protections by codifying the presumption and immunity mechanisms.
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Maddy summaryHB 252 authorizes Mississippi pharmacists to test for, screen, and treat specific minor, nonchronic health conditions - such as influenza, strep throat, UTIs, lice, and common skin infections - without a physician’s prescription. The bill defines these conditions as short-term issues typically managed with noncontrolled medications or self-care, and allows pharmacists to delegate testing tasks to interns or pharmacy technicians under their supervision. It also requires health insurance plans to cover these pharmacist-provided services if they would be covered if performed by a physician or nurse practitioner. This expands pharmacists’ scope of practice to improve access to basic care for common, non-emergency health issues.
Maddy summaryThis bill would allow Rankin County, Mississippi, along with its municipalities and existing drainage districts, to create a new Rankin County Stormwater Management Agency to handle flood and drainage issues. The agency would be formed through a local ordinance or resolution and could optionally be approved by voters via an indirect referendum. Once established, the agency's board of commissioners must develop a comprehensive stormwater management plan within 24 months and collect annual utility fees from landowners, which can be appealed to the county Board of Supervisors.