Sen. Reginald Jackson

Maddy summarySB 2018 creates the Mississippi National Guard Tricare Premium Reimbursement Program, which reimburses actively drilling Mississippi National Guard members for their Tricare Reserve Select health insurance premiums. The program applies to members eligible for Tricare Reserve Select coverage who are not covered by another employer, with reimbursements paid at the current "Tricare Reserve Select - Member only" rate. The Adjutant General administers the program, requiring legislative funding each year and annual reports starting in 2026 to assess its impact on medical readiness and participation. This policy directly affects National Guard members by reducing their out-of-pocket healthcare costs, aiming to support retention and readiness.

Maddy summarySB 2046, the "Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act," grants every individual in Mississippi a legal right to control how their name, likeness, and voice are used, including by digital tools like AI-generated images or voice replicas. It requires written agreements with legal counsel for commercial use of these elements by individuals 18 or older, or court approval for minors, and allows rights to be inherited by family members for up to 10 years after death (with termination if unused for two years). The law explicitly states these rights are transferable and protects free speech in related lawsuits through a First Amendment defense. It directly affects all Mississippi residents and businesses using personal identifiers commercially, especially in digital contexts.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the minimum salary for Mississippi public school teachers and assistant teachers starting in the 2026-2027 school year, establishing specific pay scales based on experience and license type (e.g., $43,500 for entry-level teachers with certain licenses). It requires school districts to maintain or increase local supplements and not pay assistant teachers below the state minimum salary, with potential funding reductions for violations. Additionally, the bill mandates a $2,000 annual salary increase for all full-time faculty at Mississippi's state colleges and universities.

Maddy summarySB 2886 requires licensed nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and correctional facilities in Mississippi to maintain a fully operational emergency power source with enough fuel to run for at least five days. This power must support medical devices like oxygen machines and maintain comfortable temperatures for residents during outages. The State Department of Health will create these rules and conduct unannounced inspections to ensure compliance, giving facilities 60 days to meet the new standards after rules are finalized. The bill directly affects all such facilities operating under Mississippi's licensing system.

Maddy summarySB 3014 appropriates $1.5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to the City of Clarksdale for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The funds are specifically designated to purchase two maintenance trucks with articulated cranes and one trailer-mounted leaf loader for the city's public works operations. This bill directly affects Clarksdale's municipal budget and infrastructure maintenance capabilities, providing concrete funding for equipment upgrades without altering broader policy. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or legislative provisions beyond the specified equipment and amount.

Maddy summarySB 3331 appropriates $2,000,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to Quitman County for road improvements and upgrades during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funding directly supports Quitman County's infrastructure projects, benefiting residents who use county roads. The bill specifies that funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with the appropriation effective July 1, 2026. This is a one-time funding measure for road maintenance, not a policy change affecting broader state regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $2,045,000 from the State General Fund to Quitman County for renovations to the county jail facility and the Quitman County Sheriff's Office. The funding covers costs associated with these projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill directs the State Treasurer to pay the funds upon proper requisitions, with no additional policy changes or requirements for the county. It directly affects Quitman County's public safety infrastructure by providing state funding for facility upgrades.

Maddy summarySB 3329 appropriates $975,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Quitman County for courthouse renovations, repairs, and improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The funds cover costs directly related to maintaining and upgrading the county courthouse building. The money will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as specified in the bill. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy provisions or requirements beyond the specified appropriation.

Maddy summarySB 3332 appropriates $750,000 from the State General Fund to Quitman County for improvements to the Amtrak station in Marks, Mississippi, for fiscal year 2027. The bill directly funds physical upgrades to the station facility, with the county responsible for using the funds to cover associated costs. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or eligibility requirements. The money will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, effective July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 3206 appropriates $5 million from Mississippi's General Fund to Coahoma County for railroad track improvements needed to meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) safety standards. The funding covers costs associated with upgrades during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027), specifically to bring the tracks into compliance with federal requirements. This bill directly affects Coahoma County's rail infrastructure by providing state funds for necessary safety-related upgrades.