Rep. Trey Lamar

Maddy summaryHB 1872 reduces the tax rate for direct wine shippers from 18% to 13.5% of the sales price on wine shipped directly to Mississippi residents. This bill directly affects businesses holding a "direct wine shipper's permit" that sell wine directly to consumers within the state. Key provisions require these shippers to file monthly reports with the state department by the 20th of the following month, along with invoices and tax payments, and pay a $50 late fee for missed deadlines. The tax rate change takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1903 increases tax credits for businesses donating to specific charitable organizations focused on child welfare, youth education, and workforce development. It raises the annual limit on credits for these contributions and allows unused credits to carry forward for five years. The bill also extends deadlines for broadband infrastructure tax credits until 2029 and clarifies equipment eligibility for property tax exemptions related to broadband deployment. These changes directly affect Mississippi businesses making qualifying donations or investing in broadband technology.

Maddy summaryHB 1667 would create a state income tax credit for Mississippi employers with fewer than 50 employees that offer Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRA) instead of traditional health insurance. Qualified employers could claim up to $400 per employee in the first year of offering an ICHRA (matching prior coverage levels) and $200 per employee in the second year. The bill requires employers to report ICHRA details to the Department of Revenue every three years and caps total annual credits at $10 million. The bill died in committee on March 18, 2025, and was never enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution (HC 55) commending Northwest Mississippi Community College's football team and head coach Benjy Parker for winning the 2024 MACCC Championship and achieving a 10-2 record. It recognizes their national ranking, individual player honors, and academic achievements, including the team's ninth national ranking in 10 seasons. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies - it solely expresses legislative support through words of praise. The resolution was adopted and signed by the Mississippi Legislature on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HC 57) is a symbolic concurrent resolution commending the Northwest Mississippi Community College Lady Rangers Volleyball Team for winning the inaugural Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Conference (MACCC) Championship during the 2024 season. It recognizes their 25-9 overall record, runner-up finish in the NJCAA Region 23 Tournament, and individual achievements by five players who earned All-MACCC honors, including multiple school records. The resolution formally honors the team, coaches, and college athletics department for their athletic success and contributions to the community. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending the Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Soccer Team for winning the 2024 MACCC Championship and finishing the season with a perfect 22-0 record, including their first national title in program history. It formally recognizes their championship achievements, undefeated conference record, and the team's leadership and sportsmanship. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative praise and will be presented to the team and coach.

Maddy summaryHB 918 transfers administration of Mississippi's Community Heritage Preservation Grant Fund from the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) to the Department of Archives and History. The fund provides grants to county governments, municipalities, school districts, nonprofits, and state agencies for preserving historic properties like courthouses, school buildings, and museums. Specific allocations include $61.05 million for general preservation grants (with requirements to match federal funds and designate properties as "Mississippi Landmark") and targeted amounts for projects in Amory, Jacinto, Oxford, Columbus, and other communities. This change streamlines oversight while maintaining the fund’s purpose of supporting historic preservation efforts across the state.

Maddy summaryHB 917 exempts certain client information related to development projects from Mississippi's Public Records Act for four years. It applies to public bodies (like local governments or planning agencies) holding this information, preventing public disclosure during project review and for 30 days after approval. The exemption covers details like project proposals and financial data provided to entities such as the Mississippi Development Authority, but does not apply to information required in annual reports under Section 57-1-759. This change aims to protect sensitive business negotiations while maintaining transparency requirements for specific reporting.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending the Northwest Mississippi Community College Dance Team for winning back-to-back national championships in the Open Hip-Hop Division at the 2025 UDA Nationals in Orlando. It specifically recognizes their achievement of earning a 99.9333 raw score in the finals, their coach Patrice Christian, and their representation of Mississippi. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it solely offers formal praise through a statement adopted by the Mississippi legislature. It was formally passed and signed on March 10, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending the Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team for winning national championships at the 2025 UCA Nationals. It specifically recognizes their back-to-back wins in the Open All-Girl Traditional division and a championship in the Open Co-Ed Game Day division. The resolution formally praises the team's achievements and extends congratulations to the coaches and college leadership. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it does not create new laws or affect any regulations.