Rep. Timmy Ladner

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Mississippi state agencies to follow federal procurement laws when a Mississippi citizen receives a federal grant. It directly affects state departments and local governments that administer federal grant funds. The key provision mandates that all state entities must comply with federal procurement rules in such cases, rather than state-specific procedures. The amendment would only apply when a grant is awarded to a Mississippi resident, not for general state spending. (Note: The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and is not active.)

Maddy summaryHB 992 would have required all property insurance policies in Mississippi to include a mandatory appraisal process when insurers and policyholders disagree on the value of property damage or the amount of a loss. If invoked, an independent panel of appraisers (selected by each party, with an umpire if needed) would decide disputed issues like repair costs, damage scope, and building code compliance - though courts would still handle coverage or liability questions. The bill, which died in committee on February 3, 2026, was intended to take effect July 1, 2026, but never became law. It directly affects property insurance policyholders and insurers in Mississippi by establishing a standardized dispute resolution mechanism for loss valuation.

Maddy summaryHB 1052 requires all accredited law enforcement training academies in Mississippi to include at least 8 hours of constitutional training in initial certification programs and 2 hours in continuing education. This training covers the Mississippi Constitution of 1890 and the U.S. Constitution, focusing on amendments related to citizens' rights (such as Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eighth, and Fourteenth). The bill mandates that this education helps officers understand constitutional boundaries for policing authority and everyday decision-making. It amends existing law to establish these specific curriculum requirements for law enforcement training programs. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1024, titled "The Ashley Henley Investigation Authority Act," would authorize Mississippi's Department of Public Safety to investigate the deaths of current or former local, county, state, or municipal officials under specific circumstances. The bill amends existing law (Section 45-3-21) to expand the Department of Public Safety's investigative authority beyond its current highway safety duties. It directly affects officials who serve in elected or appointed government roles across Mississippi. The legislation is named in honor of Representative Ashley Henley, though it focuses on creating a concrete process for death investigations rather than commemorative purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 1027 creates a new crime for selling stolen property and increases penalties for receiving stolen property in Mississippi. It requires anyone convicted of selling stolen property to pay the owner the full value of the property before covering court fees or criminal fines. Penalties range from up to 7 years in prison or $10,000 fines for property valued at $1,000-$5,000, to up to 22 years or $10,000 fines for property over $25,000. This bill directly affects individuals who sell stolen goods and ensures victims receive restitution before other penalties are applied.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow small home-based food businesses (cottage food operations) to increase their annual sales cap from an unspecified prior limit to $200,000 for non-potentially hazardous foods like baked goods or jams. It requires these operations to provide written sales documentation upon request, display specific label details (including ingredients, allergens, and a disclaimer), and prohibits internet sales or wholesale distribution. The bill also clarifies that cottage food operations remain subject to federal tax laws and cannot sell products that require commercial kitchen permits. This change would directly affect home cooks selling food locally, while maintaining restrictions on how and where they can sell their products.

Maddy summaryHB 1125 simplifies Mississippi homeowners' applications for homestead exemption by removing the requirement to submit a closing statement or closing disclosure with their application. This change directly affects homeowners seeking to claim or renew the homestead exemption, which protects a portion of their primary residence from property taxes. The bill amends Section 27-33-31 of the Mississippi Code to explicitly state that applicants no longer need to provide these documents. This policy change reduces paperwork burden without altering eligibility criteria or exemption amounts.

Maddy summaryHB 1479 prohibits Mississippi courts from applying Sharia law or other foreign legal systems in specific matters. The bill voids contracts involving marriage or parent-child relationships if they require resolution under foreign law that violates constitutional rights, and bans courts from enforcing judgments based on such foreign law. Key provisions amend Mississippi Code sections to clarify that contracts, court orders, and administrative decisions relying on foreign law (including Sharia) for marriage, custody, paternity, or inheritance are unenforceable if they conflict with state or federal law. The law directly affects individuals entering contracts involving family matters and courts handling related disputes. It does not ban religious practices but restricts the use of foreign legal systems in certain judicial contexts.

Maddy summaryHB 1521 aligns Mississippi's certification requirements for lead paint professionals with federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. It updates definitions and removes state-specific restrictions, requiring certifications for risk assessors, renovators, and abatement workers to meet EPA’s 40 CFR Part 745 rules instead of separate state criteria. The bill affects contractors, inspectors, and renovation workers performing lead paint activities in homes or child-occupied facilities, making their certifications valid only if they comply with federal training and standards. It also changes how fees for lead paint projects are calculated, basing them on information provided during project notifications to the Mississippi Commission on Environmental Quality.

Maddy summaryHB 1756 modifies Mississippi's hazardous waste management regulations. It allows the Mississippi Environmental Quality Permit Board to decide whether to hold public hearings for permits at its discretion (instead of requiring them), eliminates application fees for permits, and gives the board flexibility in how it notifies permit holders about expirations. The bill also updates provisions related to brownfields cleanup programs and permits for commercial municipal solid waste landfills or incinerators. These changes directly affect commercial hazardous waste facilities, municipal waste operators, and permit applicants by streamlining administrative processes and reducing costs.