Maddy summaryMississippi's SB 2114 creates new state felony offenses for undocumented immigrants who enter the state directly from a foreign nation without using a legal port of entry, or who are arrested for certain crimes while unlawfully present in the U.S. The bill requires state law enforcement to coordinate with federal immigration authorities through a formal agreement (modeled on the federal 287(g) program) and mandates the Department of Public Safety to track the identities and backgrounds of undocumented residents. It also directs courts to order convicted individuals to be deported and transferred to state corrections for repatriation, while banning eligibility for expungement or early release programs. This law directly affects undocumented immigrants in Mississippi and shifts enforcement responsibilities to state agencies under state criminal law.
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Maddy summarySB 2898 directs the State Treasurer and State Fiscal Officer to transfer $20 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund upon the bill's effective date. This technical amendment reallocates existing state funds without creating new programs or changing eligibility for disaster assistance. The transfer affects state budget accounting by moving money between two designated funds (Fund No. 6499C00000 to Fund No. 3372500000) to support disaster response resources. The bill has no direct impact on citizens or businesses but modifies how state funds are allocated. It takes effect immediately upon passage.
Maddy summarySB 2588, the SHIELD Act, requires Mississippi election officials to verify U.S. citizenship for voter registration applicants using the federal SAVE database when initial checks raise concerns. Officials must notify applicants to provide proof of citizenship (like birth certificates or passports), maintain records confidential, and submit annual reports to the Secretary of State on flagged applicants and removals. The law mandates yearly comparisons between state voter records and SAVE, exempts SAVE data from public disclosure under Mississippi’s public records law, and prohibits removals based solely on SAVE matches without verification. It affects election officials and applicants whose citizenship is questioned during registration, focusing on procedural verification without changing voter eligibility standards.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team for their multiple national championship wins at the 2026 UCA and UDA College National Championships in Orlando, Florida. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's first-place finishes in the Open Co-Ed Game Day, Open All-Girl Cheer, and Open Small Coed Cheer divisions, as well as their second-place finish in the Open All-Girl Game Day division. It highlights the program's nine total national championships under Head Coach Brandon Casey and Assistant Coach Rainy Bordelon, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes. The resolution is presented to the team's coaches, the college president, and the Capitol Press Corps to publicly recognize their achievements and bring pride to the institution and state.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Basketball Team for winning the NJCAA Region 23 Championship and achieving an outstanding 2025-2026 season. The resolution formally recognizes the team's accomplishments, including their 23-8 overall record and historic first national tournament appearance since 2005. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team, coach, college administration, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial document that honors athletic achievement without creating new policy or changing laws.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes and congratulates the Northwest Mississippi Community College Rangers Women's Soccer Team for winning back-to-back national championships and achieving the highest team GPA in the nation. The resolution acknowledges the team's athletic success, including their 2025 season record of 21 wins, one loss, and one draw, as well as their academic excellence and consistent performance in regional and national competitions. It also honors the coaching staff and institutional support that contributed to these accomplishments. The document is presented to the college administration, the team, and the coaching staff as a gesture of appreciation for their achievements.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution extends the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of Warner Alford, Jr., a former University of Mississippi Athletic Director who passed away in March 2026. The resolution recognizes Alford's extensive contributions to Ole Miss athletics, including his 16-year tenure as director during which he expanded the program from eight to 15 sports and oversaw significant facility improvements. It also highlights his numerous honors, including inductions into multiple halls of fame, and notes his continued service to the university after retirement through alumni work and scholarship programs.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Dance Team for winning the 2026 national championship in the Open Hip-Hop division at the Universal Dance Association College Nationals. The resolution recognizes the team's achievement of a three-peat title, their third-place finish in the Open Game Day Dance division, and the dedication of the student-athletes and coaching staff. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team's head coach and college president, forwarded to the college's Board of Trustees, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Rangers football team and head coach Benjy Parker for winning the 2025 MACCC Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 10-2 season record, national rankings, and defensive achievements during the 2025 season. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment that does not change laws or policies but serves to honor the team's accomplishments. The resolution will be presented to Coach Parker and forwarded to the college's Board of Trustees.
Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $20 million from the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund to Mississippi's Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) for disaster response and recovery costs. It specifically covers expenses related to the severe weather event beginning January 24, 2026, and other state disaster obligations, effective from passage through June 30, 2027. The funds are intended to cover MEMA's costs for managing disaster response and recovery efforts during this period. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.