Sen. David Jordan

Maddy summarySB 2208 amends Mississippi's terroristic threats law to impose a stricter penalty for threats made against airports. It requires a minimum 5-year prison sentence in addition to the standard maximum 10-year penalty for anyone convicted of making a threat that causes reasonable fear of violence against an airport (as defined by state law). This law directly affects individuals who make such threats, whether intended to intimidate or influence government actions. The key change is the mandatory minimum sentence increase specifically for airport-related threats, without altering the definition of terroristic threats. The bill took effect on July 1, 2025, after being signed by the governor in March 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Senator Angela Turner Ford for receiving the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) 2024 Legislative Champion Award. It formally commends her advocacy for adult education in Mississippi, citing her support during National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week and her role as a keynote speaker for a High School Equivalency ceremony. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any programs or individuals beyond honoring the Senator. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on March 6, 2025.

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 summaryThis resolution (SR 60) is a symbolic gesture by the Mississippi Senate congratulating Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell on winning Super Bowl LIX. It specifically recognizes his high school achievements at Yazoo County High School in Mississippi and his professional success with the Eagles. The resolution does not create any new laws or obligations - it merely expresses congratulations and will be presented to Gainwell, the Eagles' leadership, and local officials. As a commemorative resolution, it has no direct policy impact or effect on any group.

Maddy summarySB 2562 increases the fee paid to circuit clerks and deputies for each day they attend court sessions from an unspecified prior amount to $85.00 per day, with counties covering this cost. This change directly affects county governments, which must now pay this higher fee for clerk and deputy attendance during circuit court terms. The bill modifies existing fee structure (Section 25-7-13) to set this specific daily rate, effective July 1, 2025. It does not alter other court fees or services, focusing solely on the compensation for court attendance time.

Maddy summarySB 2753 would require Mississippi's Department of Health to add plain-language information about brain health, dementia risk reduction, and Alzheimer's disease into existing public health outreach programs. It targets high-risk populations and mandates that these programs cover early warning signs, prevention, and the link between dementia and chronic health conditions. The bill also directs health care provider training on validated assessment tools, Medicare billing for cognitive care, and early detection protocols. However, the bill "died in committee" on March 4, 2025, and has not become law.

Maddy summarySB 2043 requires Mississippi's Department of Human Services (DHS) and Gaming Commission to create regulations that direct casinos to withhold cash gaming winnings - including slot machine payouts, sports betting, and other reportable winnings - from individuals with outstanding child support arrears. The bill mandates casinos to share relevant financial information with DHS to enforce these withholdings. It applies directly to people who owe past-due child support payments and win money at Mississippi casinos. DHS would use these withheld funds to reduce the individuals' existing child support debt, with no new penalties or changes to existing child support enforcement mechanisms.

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 2107 appropriates $2 million from Mississippi's General Fund to the Greenwood-Leflore-Carroll Economic Development Foundation for the rehabilitation, construction, and equipping of the historic Whittington Building in Greenwood. The funds would cover costs to create a mixed-use economic development hub serving the region during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). The bill directly affects the Foundation and local economic development efforts by providing capital for a specific property renovation. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, and did not become law.

Maddy summarySB 2812 would create a $10 million loan program to help Mississippi's rural counties (population ≤30,000) and municipalities (population ≤10,000) cover costs for emergency infrastructure repairs, maintenance, construction, and upgrades. The Mississippi Development Authority would administer the program, offering loans up to $250,000 for up to five years, with repayments replenishing the fund to avoid needing new state funding. The state would issue $10 million in general obligation bonds to establish the "Rural Counties and Municipalities Emergency Infrastructure Improvements Fund," which would not expire and would use loan repayments to sustain future support. The bill, which died in committee in February 2025, aimed to provide a sustainable funding solution for small communities facing urgent infrastructure needs.