Sen. Derrick Simmons

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 41) honoring The Williams Brothers, a Mississippi gospel group, for their musical and cultural contributions. The resolution formally recognizes their decades-long legacy, including over 42 albums, performances at major venues like Carnegie Hall and the White House, and their 2022 Governor's Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is purely an official expression of appreciation from the Mississippi Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 45) formally recognizes three Mississippi Delta youth - Jeremy Jordan, Megan Goss, and LeDereck Norals - and their team captains for winning an official 2024 Olympic Torch through Coca-Cola's global contest. The Mississippi Senate will present the torch to Senator David Jordan during a ceremony on February 26, 2025, honoring their achievement and the state's connection to the Paris Olympics. The resolution does not create new policy or affect funding; it solely serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the youths' accomplishment and their upcoming statewide Olympic Torch Tour.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) expressing the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of Edwin Lloyd Pittman, a former Mississippi public servant. It honors his service as Chief Justice of the Mississippi Supreme Court, Attorney General, Secretary of State, two-term State Senator, and Brigadier General in the Mississippi National Guard. The resolution recognizes his career spanning multiple branches of state government and his efforts to improve judicial transparency and access to justice. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions, serving solely as a formal tribute.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SC 506) is a concurrent resolution expressing the Mississippi Legislature's sympathy to the surviving family of former State Senator Nickey Reed Browning of Pontotoc, Mississippi, following his death on October 29, 2024. It commends his 24-year service in the Senate, his community leadership, and his role as a longtime coach for the Pontotoc Red Sox American Legion Baseball team. The resolution formally extends condolences and recognizes his contributions to Pontotoc and Union Counties. As a commemorative measure, it does not create any new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryBill SC 504 is a commemorative resolution extending the Mississippi Senate's deepest sympathy to the family of Charles James Pittman, a former Mississippi State Senator and former staff member to Governor Haley Barbour. The resolution also commends his decades of public service, including founding the "MS Singing Senators" and his dedication to Mississippi communities. It honors his legacy of ethics, community involvement, and service to the state, as detailed in the resolution's preamble. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or affect policy, but serves as a formal tribute.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 30) expresses the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of Representative Charles L. Young, Jr., following his passing on December 19, 2024. It formally extends sympathy to his surviving family members, recognizing his service as a Democrat representing Mississippi's 82nd District since 2012. The resolution does not create any new policies or affect any specific laws, as it is a ceremonial expression of respect for a deceased legislator.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 12) formally congratulates "Visit Mississippi" and the Mississippi Tourism Association for winning the "Past Presidents Award" at the 2025 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. The award recognized their float celebrating Mississippi's music heritage, honoring Elvis Presley and B.B. King. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies - it simply expresses the state's support for Mississippi's tourism program through this recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on February 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 29) formally honors Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones for 25 years of service in law enforcement. It recognizes his leadership, community-focused initiatives, and contributions to improving police-community relations in Hinds County. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation through a formal resolution and a copy presented to Sheriff Jones. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on February 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 22) is a ceremonial Senate measure congratulating the Jackson State University Women's Softball Team and Head Coach Kevin Montgomery for winning the 2024 SWAC Tournament Championship - their first title in over a decade. It specifically recognizes their victory over Florida A&M (3-1) and highlights key players and coaches. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect; it is purely symbolic recognition of athletic achievement. It was formally adopted by the Mississippi Senate on February 11, 2025, and will be presented to the team and university leadership.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally praises Jackson State University's "Sonic Boom of the South" marching band and its director, Dr. Roderick Little, for their performance at the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade. It specifically recognizes their role in showcasing Mississippi's musical heritage on a national stage during the January 1, 2025, parade. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it is purely ceremonial, extending congratulations from the Mississippi Senate without altering laws or regulations. It was adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2025.