Sen. Kamesha Mumford

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 45) is a ceremonial recognition honoring the Mississippi chapters of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. It commends their work cultivating youth leadership and community service, specifically acknowledging their "Legislative Day at the Capitol" on February 16, 2026. The resolution formally celebrates their educational efforts and advocacy for families, including initiatives like scholarships, mental health support, and voter registration. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 40), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends The Links, Incorporated - a national nonprofit founded in 1946 with over 17,000 members - for its community service, including its seven Mississippi chapters. The resolution honors the organization ahead of its "Mississippi Links Day at the Capitol 2026" event on February 11, 2026, where members will engage in advocacy and civic activities. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect and simply expresses legislative appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 24) is a ceremonial recognition of Jamal Roberts, a Meridian, Mississippi native and winner of *American Idol* Season 23 (2025). It honors his performance of the national anthem at the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship, which the resolution states brought "honor to his home state and community." The resolution has no legal effect - it simply expresses the Senate’s pride in his cultural contributions as a soul/gospel singer and his representation of Mississippi. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 33), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends the Mississippi Forestry Commission for its 100th anniversary, recognizing its century of service in wildfire protection, forest management, and supporting Mississippi's forest-based economy. The resolution has no legal effect or direct impact on any individuals, landowners, or policies - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The Senate will present it to the Commission and share it with state officials.

Maddy summarySB 2121 requires Mississippi health insurers to cover standard fertility preservation services (like egg or sperm freezing) when a patient undergoes medically necessary treatment - such as cancer therapy - that may cause infertility, as defined by American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) guidelines. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage based on prior health conditions, disability, age, gender identity, or other personal characteristics. The law applies to all health insurance policies issued or renewed in Mississippi after July 1, 2026. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and has not become law.

Maddy summarySB 2120 would require most group health plans and insurers in Mississippi to cover annual prostate cancer screenings without any out-of-pocket costs (like deductibles or copays) for men identified as high-risk. This includes men with a family history of prostate cancer (first-degree relatives affected), men aged 40-49 with specific risk factors, and all men aged 50 and older, as defined by the bill. The screenings must follow the latest National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines and be medically necessary. The law would not apply to Medicare, Medicaid, or certain limited policies like accident-only insurance, and would take effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2389 would expand Mississippi Medicaid eligibility to include low-income adults who qualify under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA), specifically those with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level who are currently excluded from Mississippi Medicaid. The bill amends state law to automatically include these individuals in Medicaid coverage and requires that they receive essential health benefits. This change would allow eligible adults to enroll directly in Medicaid instead of navigating the ACA marketplace. The bill died in committee in 2026 and did not become law.

Maddy summarySB 2502 requires Mississippi public school districts to establish school-based clinics with at least one on-site nurse for every 750 students, beginning July 2026. It directs the State Department of Education to create minimum salary guidelines for school nurses based on their education and experience, which all districts must use when hiring. The bill also transfers administration of the school nurse program from the Department of Health to the Department of Education’s Office of Healthy Schools, standardizing clinic operations and nurse responsibilities. This directly affects school districts, nurses, and students by mandating consistent health services and compensation structures.

Maddy summarySB 2559, the "Mississippi Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act of 2026," aimed to reduce Mississippi's high infant mortality rate (9.7 deaths per 1,000 live births) by creating a state-wide initiative within the Mississippi State Department of Health. It would have expanded postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months, funded evidence-based home visiting programs for high-risk families, mandated safe sleep education in hospitals, and required screening for maternal depression. The bill directly affected pregnant individuals, new parents, and healthcare providers across Mississippi, with priority for underserved communities and areas with the highest infant mortality rates. Although the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, it proposed concrete policy changes focused on coordinated care, data reporting on racial disparities, and evidence-based interventions to address the state's public health crisis.

Maddy summarySB 2582, the "Robert G. Clark, Jr., Voting Rights Act of Mississippi," would establish statewide protections against voter suppression and vote dilution for Mississippi voters, particularly affecting protected classes defined as racial, ethnic, or language minority groups. Key provisions include creating the Mississippi Voting Rights Commission to review election changes (like district maps or voting locations) before implementation, requiring public notice of voting-related changes, and mandating accommodations for limited English proficient and disabled voters. The bill prohibits election policies that disproportionately harm protected class members or dilute their voting power, with enforcement through legal actions. However, the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not advance to the full legislature.