Rep. Daryl Porter

Maddy summaryHB 89 requires Mississippi's Secretary of State to create and maintain an online database showing which crimes disenfranchise voters (with specific code numbers) and make it accessible via website and phone. It mandates that election officials have electronic access to this database to verify voter eligibility, preventing wrongful denial of voting rights based on outdated or incorrect information about disenfranchising crimes. The bill also updates training requirements for election commissioners and registrars to include proper use of this database. This directly affects election officials who process voter registrations and ensures they can accurately determine eligibility under current law.

Maddy summaryHB 974 establishes a licensing system for anesthesiologist assistants in Mississippi, requiring them to obtain a license from the State Board of Medical Licensure to practice. It mandates completion of an accredited education program, passing a certification exam, and working exclusively under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist who delegates specific duties for patient care plans. The bill prohibits unlicensed practice (with criminal penalties), sets renewal requirements, and grants the Board authority to issue disciplinary actions. The bill was referred to the Public Health and Human Services Committee but died there on February 4, 2025, without further action.

Maddy summaryHB 81 would have allowed community and junior colleges in Mississippi bordering another state to create policies reducing or waiving out-of-state tuition for nonresident students, subject to board approval and specific eligibility criteria. It directly affects nonresident students attending these border colleges, with eligibility determined by the college board (e.g., residency near the border). The bill required policies to align with the college's educational mission and ensured state funds covered only Mississippi residents (except for associate degree nursing students). However, the bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and was never enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 1374, the Patient Privacy and Medical Recording Protection Act, prohibits unauthorized recording of medical interactions in doctors' offices and facilities without all parties' express consent, and restricts sharing identifiable patient information (like images or videos) without explicit written consent or anonymization. The bill requires medical facilities to display notices about recording bans and mandates that providers obtain consent before sharing any patient data. Violations could result in fines up to $10,000 per incident for sharing identifiable information, with the State Board of Medical Licensure enforcing the law and handling complaints. The law aims to protect patient dignity by preventing unauthorized recordings and data sharing, while allowing limited exemptions for training with consent or legal requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 75 would require Mississippi businesses offering recurring subscription or membership services to give customers at least 24 hours' notice before charging them for those services. This bill directly affects businesses providing subscriptions (like streaming services or gym memberships) and their customers. The key provision mandates a 24-hour notice period prior to any automatic charge, aiming to prevent unexpected fees. The bill was referred to the Business and Commerce committee but died there on February 4, 2025, and never became law.

Maddy summaryHB 850 creates a new crime for possessing unserialized "ghost guns" (unserialized unfinished firearm frames/receivers or completed firearms) in Mississippi. It requires all firearms manufactured using 3D printing technology to be serialized with a unique number by August 1, 2025, and mandates that unserialized firearms be serialized by a federally licensed dealer. Starting January 1, 2026, it bans possession of unserialized unfinished frames/receivers or firearms by non-licensed individuals, except for federal firearms dealers or manufacturers. The bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 90 requires all school bus drivers in Mississippi - both public and private - to complete certified first aid and CPR training before operating school transportation vehicles. This applies to drivers transporting students, directly affecting school districts, charter schools (though exempt from broader provisions), and private bus operators serving public school children. The bill amends state law to mandate this certification, with enforcement by the State Board of Education and Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board. It takes effect July 1, 2025, if enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 846 would have removed Mississippi counties' authority to charge municipalities for housing, feeding, and caring for people held in county jails before trial. Currently, counties could bill cities up to $15 per day per detainee under Section 19-25-73. The bill specifically amended this law to eliminate such billing power. However, the bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 84 would require Mississippi's Department of Human Services to transfer the first $40 million of unspent Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds from the previous fiscal year to the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF). This funding would specifically support child care vouchers under the Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) for qualifying low-income families. The bill directly affects families who meet CCPP eligibility requirements and need subsidized child care. It creates a mandatory annual transfer mechanism for unused TANF funds, redirecting them toward child care assistance instead of other TANF uses. The bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 88 restores voting rights to Mississippi residents convicted of crimes that previously disqualified them from voting, once they complete their sentence plus five years of probation or parole. The bill automatically reinstates eligibility without requiring additional proof, mandates collaboration between the Secretary of State and Department of Corrections to update voter rolls, and requires election officials to verify eligibility through electronic systems. It directly affects people with past convictions who have met the sentence completion period, removing barriers to registration and voting. The law also prohibits denying voting rights based on past disenfranchising convictions after eligibility is met and eliminates the need for voters to provide documentation of sentence completion.