Rep. Sam Mims

Maddy summaryHB 1763 allocates $4,373,202 for Mississippi's Office of State Public Defender for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It authorizes 25 permanent staff positions and specifies funding for three assistant public defenders ($446,521), indigent parental representation in custody cases ($422,500), and a youth defender program ($235,926). The bill requires the agency to meet performance targets (e.g., 75% of capital defense cases opened within one year) and report on outcomes to the legislature. It also reappropriates $60,000 for Hinds County Public Defender’s capital expenses and mandates detailed financial reporting.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $1,996,069 from the State General Fund for the Office of Capital Post-Conviction Counsel to cover its expenses during Mississippi’s fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It directly funds the office’s operations, which provide legal representation to individuals facing death penalty convictions who are seeking post-conviction relief. The bill authorizes nine permanent staff positions and requires the office to maintain detailed financial and personnel records comparable to its 2025 reporting. It also mandates compliance with existing budget laws prohibiting overspending and ensures funds are paid through standard state fiscal procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 1757 appropriates $30.39 million from Mississippi’s general fund and $9.65 million from special funds to cover the operating costs of the Attorney General’s Office for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It authorizes 91 permanent and 205 time-limited full-time staff positions while restricting fund use to prevent replacing federal funds or increasing salaries for current employees without new funding. The bill requires the office to maintain detailed financial records, adhere to performance targets (like 93% affirmation of criminal convictions), and report budget usage to the Legislature. These provisions ensure funds are used efficiently for core operations, as defined by the Mississippi Performance Budget Act.

Maddy summaryHB 1758 appropriates $117,462 from the state treasury to cover the operational expenses of the Mississippi Auctioneers Commission for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill requires the commission to maintain detailed accounting records matching its 2025 standards and submit future budget requests with comparable detail. It also mandates that the commission give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing goods or equipment, both with and without competitive bidding. The funds must be spent in compliance with existing state budget laws governing appropriations and expenditures.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 79) passed by the Mississippi House of Representatives to formally commend the Parklane Academy Lady Pioneers Basketball Team and Head Coach Vicki Rutland for winning the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Overall Basketball Championship in 2024-2025. The resolution recognizes their championship victory, including their comeback win against Madison-Ridgeland Academy, and honors the team's achievement of a 5A South-State title and Class 5A Tournament second-place finish. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or entities beyond the ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill), commending Parklane Academy's football team and head coach for winning the MAIS Class 5A state championship. It formally recognizes their 70-42 victory over Leake Academy, highlighting their 12-2 record, first title since 1994, and standout player performances (like Jax Toler's 278-yard championship game). The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of legislative approval. The resolution was adopted and signed into law by the legislature on March 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution honoring Officer Troy Floyd of the Summit Police Department, who died in the line of duty on August 8, 2024. It expresses the legislature's deepest sympathy to his family and commemorates his 28-year career in law enforcement across multiple Mississippi departments. The resolution formally recognizes his service, sacrifice, and legacy of commitment to community safety, without creating any new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 1828 allocates $1 million from the state budget to Sunnyhill Water Association for constructing a new water well and upgrading its water system. The funding, intended for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, directly supports the association’s infrastructure improvements. This is a straightforward state financial assistance measure with no additional policy provisions or eligibility requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1640 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund two specific infrastructure projects in Amite County: replacing a bridge on Robertson Road over Brushy Creek and stabilizing the riverbank at the same location. The bill establishes the legal framework for issuing these bonds, including repayment guarantees using the state's full credit, with proceeds directed solely to these projects. The legislation was referred to the Ways and Means committee but died there on February 26, 2025, meaning it did not advance to become law. Amite County would be the direct beneficiary of the funding for these local projects.

Maddy summaryHB 1641 authorizes the state of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to provide funding for Pike County's McComb Public Library. The bill specifically covers costs for repairing, renovating, and upgrading the library building in McComb. The proceeds from these state bonds would be transferred to a dedicated fund to pay for these library improvements. This bill directly affects Pike County residents and the McComb Public Library by providing state financial support for physical facility upgrades.