Sen. Chuck Younger

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SC 524), not a policy bill. It expresses the Mississippi Legislature's sympathy to Jimmy Carter's family and commends his life, public service, and legacy following his passing. The resolution details his presidency (1977-1981), key achievements like the Camp David Accords, and post-presidency work through the Carter Center. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies - it is solely a symbolic gesture of remembrance. The resolution was adopted by the Mississippi Legislature on March 5, 2025.

Maddy summaryThe Pharmacy Benefit Prompt Pay Act requires pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to pay pharmacies promptly for medications and establishes a process for pharmacies to appeal if payments are below agreed rates. It also bans PBMs and pharmacy services organizations (PSAOs) from restricting patient choice of pharmacy, spreading pricing, or retaliating against pharmacists who exercise rights under the law. The bill mandates that PBMs, PSAOs, drug manufacturers, and health insurers report pricing and contract details to the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy, which will publish this information online for transparency. These changes directly affect pharmacies, pharmacists, PBMs, PSAOs, and health insurers operating in Mississippi.

Maddy summarySB 2898 requires Mississippi's PEER Committee to evaluate the performance of the state's Medicaid nonemergency transportation program two years after each new contract is implemented. This evaluation would assess how effectively the program provides reliable transportation for Medicaid beneficiaries to medical appointments, focusing on cost, service quality, and outcomes. The bill does not change the program's existing services or operations but adds a mandatory accountability measure to ensure ongoing effectiveness. The requirement applies specifically to each new contract for nonemergency transportation services under Medicaid.

Maddy summarySB 2850 requires cigarette and vape (ENDS) manufacturers in Mississippi to submit annual certifications to the Commissioner of Revenue by September 1, 2025, for vapes, leading to a public directory of approved products starting October 1, 2025. Retailers must stop selling vape products not listed in the directory after that date, with a 60-day grace period to clear existing inventory. Sellers of non-compliant products face daily fines up to $1,500 per product, and the bill mandates unannounced compliance checks by the Department of Revenue. Manufacturers must also maintain a registered agent in Mississippi for legal service.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution by the Mississippi Senate commending the Columbus Christian Academy Lady Rams girls basketball team and head coach Billy Thomas for winning their second MAIS Class AA State Championship in three years (2025). It specifically recognizes their team achievements, including two state titles and multiple conference championships, as well as individual player accomplishments like scoring milestones and academic honors. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition for the team's athletic success and community representation. It directly affects the team members, coaches, and school community by formally honoring their championship victory.

Maddy summarySR 65 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Mississippi Senate to honor Hinds County Deputy Sheriff Martin Shields, Jr., who died in the line of duty on February 23, 2025. The resolution extends the Senate's "sincerest sympathy" to his surviving family - including his wife, daughter, and parents - and commends his law enforcement career. It has no policy provisions or financial impact; it is purely symbolic, expressing condolences and acknowledging his service. The Senate formally adopted the resolution on February 27, 2025, and will present it to his family and the Hinds County Sheriff's Office.

Maddy summarySB 2804 would reduce the sales tax rate to 1.5% for commercial farmers purchasing livestock fencing, trailers for livestock transport, and related maintenance parts/labor. It applies only to "commercial farmers" who hold a permit issued by Mississippi's Department of Revenue and present it to sellers at purchase. The bill amends existing tax law to create this specific exemption, which would lower costs for qualifying agricultural equipment purchases while requiring a permit verification process.

Maddy summarySB 2907 appropriates $250,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra for FY2026 (July 2025-June 2026) to expand statewide music education initiatives. The funds would directly support the orchestra's programs in schools and communities across Mississippi, aiming to increase access to music education. The bill was referred to the Appropriations Committee but died there on February 26, 2025, and did not advance further. This is a funding bill focused on arts education, not a policy change affecting voters or regulations.

Maddy summarySB 2969 would exempt sales of tangible personal property to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that provide temporary housing for homeless persons from Mississippi's state sales tax. This directly affects qualifying homeless service nonprofits by removing a sales tax burden on their necessary purchases. The bill amends Mississippi's sales tax code to add this specific exemption category to existing tax exemptions for organizations like hospitals and educational groups. The bill was referred to the Finance Committee but died there on February 26, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SC 502), not a policy bill. It formally expresses the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of John J. Fraiser, Jr., a former state senator, presiding judge of the Mississippi Court of Appeals, and WWII veteran who died in July 2024. The resolution commends his decades of public service, including establishing the Mississippi Court of Appeals and authoring education-related legislation. It has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or laws.