Sen. John Horhn

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Ridgeland High School's boys basketball team and coach Terron McIntyre for winning their first MHSAA Class 6A championship on March 1, 2025, defeating Olive Branch 79-53. It formally recognizes their 30-4 season record, the team's dedication to overcoming last year's championship loss, and key players like Phil Nelson (26 points). As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect and solely expresses official praise for the team, school, and community. The Senate adopted it on March 25, 2025, to honor the achievement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring former Mississippi House Speaker Pro Tempore Robert George Clark, Jr., who died on March 4, 2025. It extends the Legislature's sympathy to his family and recognizes his historic service as Mississippi's first African American legislator since Reconstruction (1967-2003), his leadership roles, and his advocacy for education and Mississippi's historical preservation. The resolution directs that it be presented to his family and forwarded to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. No policy changes or funding are involved.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 78) formally commends the Callaway High School Lady Chargers girls basketball team and their coaches, Ashil Sutton and Deyano Martin, for winning the 2025 MHSAA Class 6A championship. It specifically recognizes their victory over West Jones (51-46) on March 1, 2025, marking Jackson Public Schools' first basketball title since 2021. The resolution has no policy or financial impact; it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative support through words of praise and directing the resolution to the team, school principal, and school board.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 505 is a ceremonial tribute honoring Emily Wagster Pettus for her 30-year career as a Capitol correspondent for The Associated Press in Mississippi. The resolution formally thanks her for covering legislative sessions, state government, and major events like Hurricane Katrina and civil rights trials. It recognizes her role in providing fair coverage, mentoring new reporters, and her service to Mississippi citizens. This resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a gesture of appreciation from the Mississippi Legislature.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a law. It formally congratulates the Jackson State University Tigers football team and head coach TC Taylor for winning the 2024 Celebration Bowl, which determines the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) national championship. The resolution acknowledges their victory over South Carolina State (28-7), ending a 17-game postseason losing streak, and highlights their defensive performance in the championship game. It does not create any policy changes or affect any individuals or entities beyond expressing legislative recognition of the team's achievement.

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 concurrent resolution honors James Earl Jones, the Mississippi-born actor (born in Arkabutla, Mississippi), celebrating his career and expressing the legislature's sympathy for his passing. It commemorates his legacy as a groundbreaking Black actor known for iconic roles like Darth Vader and Mufasa, recognizing his influence on American culture and entertainment. The resolution directs the legislature to present its sentiments to Jones' family and major entertainment organizations, such as the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and SAG-AFTRA. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic concurrent resolution (not a law) commending Trudy Moody, a Mercedes-Benz dealership owner in Ridgeland, Mississippi, for being nominated for the 2025 TIME Dealer of the Year Award. It formally recognizes her industry achievements and community service, particularly her leadership with the Mississippi Automobile Dealers Association and partnership with Batson Children's Hospital. The resolution has no policy provisions or legal effect - it simply expresses the legislature's support through formal commendation. It was adopted by both chambers of the Mississippi legislature on March 5, 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 is a ceremonial resolution (SR 66), not a policy bill. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family and Alcorn State University community following the death of Anthony Bruce Dodgen, a longtime tennis coach and math instructor at Alcorn State University. The resolution honors his 21-year career, including 12 SWAC Championships and 12 Coach of the Year awards, and commends his legacy. It has no policy impact or concrete provisions - it is solely a symbolic gesture of respect.