Maddy summaryThis Mississippi legislative resolution formally requests the U.S. Congress to convene a constitutional convention under Article V specifically to propose limits on how many terms members of Congress can serve. The bill affects only the state of Mississippi by submitting its application as one of the required two-thirds of state legislatures needed to trigger the national convention process. It does not create new laws or change current term limits but instead initiates a procedural step toward potentially amending the U.S. Constitution. The resolution specifies that this application covers only congressional term limits and will be combined with similar applications from other states once enough states have submitted requests.
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Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $34,822,884 from general funds and $10,179,931 from special funds to cover the Attorney General's office expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It specifically restricts "Personal Services" funds (covering salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) to a total of $31,891,779, with strict limits on using these funds for new hires, vacancies, or promotions. The bill requires compliance with Mississippi’s Variable Compensation Plan and prohibits using these funds to replace federal money or violate IRS reporting rules. It directly affects the Attorney General’s office budget and staffing decisions, including maintaining authorized headcounts (91 permanent, 209 time-limited positions).
Maddy summaryHB 1931 is a budget bill that allocates funding for Mississippi's judicial branch for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It provides $6.77 million for the Supreme Court (including its clerk and law library), $39.88 million for special/chancery/circuit judges, and $17.60 million for the Administrative Office of Courts. The bill also allocates $22 million for certified court reporters, bar admissions, and support staff (capping at $130,000 per judge annually). It sets headcount limits (e.g., 60 permanent Supreme Court positions) and specifies that funds must be used strictly for authorized personnel and operations, with no transfer to other categories. This is a routine appropriations measure, not a policy change.
Maddy summaryHB 1928 is a funding bill that allocates $24.8 million from Mississippi's State General Fund for legislative operations during fiscal year 2027. It covers salaries, travel, and daily allowances for House and Senate members ($7.02 million total), contingent funds for both chambers ($17.43 million total), and expenses for joint committees including the Budget Committee ($5.8 million) and Performance Evaluation Committee ($2.99 million). The bill also includes specific provisions requiring detailed financial reporting for the Reapportionment Committee, restricting out-of-state travel without committee approval, and directing preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. This bill directly affects all legislative staff, committees, and state agencies receiving these appropriations.
Maddy summaryHB 1929 allocates $21.2 million in state funds for the 2027 fiscal year to cover the administrative costs and building maintenance of Mississippi's Public Employees' Retirement System. Specifically, $12.99 million is designated for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for staff), with strict limits preventing increases in total personnel costs without legislative approval. The bill requires that "Vacancy Funding" ($823,007) be used *only* to fill unfilled positions from the previous year, not for salary raises or promotions of current employees. This funding mechanism directly affects retirement system staff and their operational budget, ensuring expenses stay within the approved appropriation.
Maddy summaryHB 1927 appropriates $36.4 million from the State General Fund and $491,802 from the Prosecutor Compensation Fund to cover salaries, travel, and office expenses for Mississippi district attorneys, assistant district attorneys, and criminal investigators for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill specifically allocates $1.682 million for office expenses and $371,679 for two assistant district attorneys and one criminal investigator under prior legislation. It prohibits using funds for taxable meals incurred within a district and requires district attorneys to maintain detailed financial records matching 2026 standards. This is a funding measure for existing state prosecutorial offices, not a policy change.
Maddy summaryHB 1930 appropriates $4,678,350 from the State General Fund to cover the Office of State Public Defender's expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill funds the office’s general operations, authorizes 25 full-time positions, and allocates specific amounts for three key programs: three assistant public defenders ($446,521), indigent parental representation ($422,500), and a youth defender specialist ($235,926). It requires the office to track performance metrics (like case processing timelines) and maintain detailed financial records, while also reapplying $30,000 for Hinds County and $200,000 for a rural legal pilot program from prior capital funds. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly supporting the public defender office’s services for indigent defendants.
Maddy summaryHB 1932 allocates $84,594,361 from state funds for the Veterans' Home Purchase Board during fiscal year 2027. The bill funds the board's operational expenses and authorizes new home loans for Mississippi veterans under existing law. It specifically restricts $1,430,076 of this appropriation to "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits for 16 authorized staff positions), with strict rules to prevent exceeding budget limits for personnel costs. This funding directly supports veterans seeking home loans through the board's program and ensures compliance with state personnel budgeting rules for fiscal year 2027.
Maddy summaryThis Mississippi House Resolution 150 formally commends and honors veterans of the Vietnam War for their heroic service and sacrifice. The resolution acknowledges the significant contributions of over 58,000 service members who lost their lives, the thousands who were wounded or held as prisoners of war, and the 1,545 who remain missing. It recognizes the challenges these veterans faced, including discrimination and lack of recognition, while also highlighting existing memorials and support systems that honor their legacy. The resolution serves as an official expression of gratitude from the Mississippi House of Representatives to Vietnam veterans and their families.
Maddy summaryHB 1923 appropriates $175,312 from state funds to cover the Mississippi Athletic Commission’s expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027), with $58,867 specifically designated for employee salaries, wages, and benefits. The bill strictly limits "Personal Services" spending to prevent exceeding this salary budget, prohibits using these funds for promotions or salary increases, and requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching its FY2026 reporting standards. It also mandates that any future budget requests for FY2028 must follow the same detailed format as the current year’s submission.