Rep. Robert Johnson

Maddy summarySB 3191 amends Mississippi's sales tax code to exclude fees charged by credit or debit card companies for electronic transactions from the definition of "gross proceeds of sales." This means businesses will no longer pay sales tax on these processing or interchange fees. The bill directly affects retailers and service providers that accept electronic payments, reducing their taxable sales revenue. The key change is a simple definition update in Section 27-65-3 of the Mississippi Code, altering how sales tax is calculated on transaction fees.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution congratulates former Mississippi State Senator Bobby Chamberlin on his investiture as a United States District Court Judge for the Northern District of Mississippi. The resolution recognizes his judicial career, including his service on the Mississippi Supreme Court and previous roles as a municipal judge and prosecutor. It also notes his confirmation by the U.S. Senate and includes a statement of support from Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. The resolution will be presented at Chamberlin's investiture ceremony and shared with the press.

Maddy summarySB 2714 creates a new process for handling unclaimed property in safe deposit boxes in Mississippi. It establishes specific rules to determine when contents are presumed abandoned (e.g., if the owner's last-known address is invalid), requiring banks to report and transfer such property to the State Treasurer after a defined period. The bill removes a previous 5-year waiting period for transferring funds from cancelled warrants to the Abandoned Property Fund and clarifies key terms like "tangible personal property" and "last-known address." This directly affects banks, financial institutions holding safe deposit boxes, and individuals with unclaimed property in those boxes. The law aims to streamline the unclaimed property process for safe deposit contents under Mississippi's Unclaimed Property Act.

Maddy summarySB 2712 allows Mississippi small loan lenders to charge borrowers a fee for nonrecording insurance instead of the actual cost of recording a security document for a loan. The fee cannot exceed the standard filing fee for a financing statement (UCC1 form) charged by the Secretary of State. This applies to loans of $100 or more, and lenders must clearly disclose that the insurance is optional and not required for loan approval. Borrowers can choose this fee-based option without affecting their loan terms or eligibility.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats baseball team and their coach, Jarrett Hoffpauir, for winning the 2025 MAIS Class 6A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's first-ever state title, achieved by defeating Hartfield Academy 9-4 in Game 3 of the championship series. It highlights key players like MVP Bankston Walters and Reed Bridges, along with the coaching staff, and notes the team's roster and dedication. The Senate formally presents this commendation to the school's leadership and makes the resolution available to the press.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcat Golf Team and Head Coach Drew Mattison for winning the 2025 MHSAA Class 3A State Championship. The bill formally recognizes the team's victory with a score of 616, which was 12 strokes ahead of the runner-up, and highlights the athletes' contributions to their school and community. It directs the resolution to be presented to the head coach and school administration, then forwarded to the school's board of directors and made available to the press. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment of athletic achievement without changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summarySB 2840 allows businesses that pay property taxes on inventory (like manufacturers, distributors, and retailers) to either sell unused tax credits on the market or opt for a 75% rebate of the credit amount instead of carrying it forward. It repeals multiple local business taxes, including those on motor vehicle rentals, flea markets, pawnbrokers, and retail stores, eliminating these fees for affected businesses. The bill directly affects businesses paying local property taxes on inventory or operations, reducing compliance burdens and providing cash flow options through credit sales or rebates. These changes simplify tax treatment for eligible businesses while removing specific local tax requirements.

Maddy summarySB 2846 allows Mississippi municipalities to create voluntary "taxpayer agreements" with property owners or developers in designated redevelopment areas. These agreements can secure payments for financing redevelopment projects (like urban renewal) without being classified as taxes, public debt, or pledges of government credit. The bill establishes that payments under these agreements can be secured by a lien on the property, ranking equally with property tax liens and enforceable like delinquent taxes. It directly affects municipalities seeking to finance redevelopment and property owners/developers in project areas, with agreements limited to 30 years.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution honoring Katie Blount upon her retirement as Director of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH). It recognizes her 11-year leadership (2015-2026), including overseeing the opening of the Two Mississippi Museums (visited by over 744,000 people since 2017) and advancing inclusive storytelling and preservation efforts at historic sites. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses the Senate’s gratitude for her service.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 54 is a symbolic resolution by the Mississippi Senate commending Colonel William L. Henry for his 34 years of military service, including his role as Commander of Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center. It specifically honors his leadership during a Change of Command Ceremony on February 6, 2026, recognizing his service managing a major training site and deployments. The resolution will be presented to Colonel Henry, the Mississippi National Guard Adjutant General, and the incoming commander for display, with no new policies or obligations created. This is a ceremonial gesture of appreciation with no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.