Maddy summarySB 2029 appropriates $1.2 million for the Dixie National Livestock Show in Jackson and allocates additional funds totaling $196,540 for other livestock events in Mississippi. It directly supports livestock exhibitors, county associations, and schools by funding prizes, premiums, and operational costs for county shows, district livestock shows, state dairy shows, and high school rodeos. Key provisions require 75% of district and dairy show funds to go to 4-H and Smith-Hughes students, limit county show funding to $2,000 per county, and mandate adequate facilities for funded events. The bill specifies exact amounts for each event type (e.g., $65,000 for district shows, $14,150 for high school rodeo promotion) for fiscal year 2026. It has been signed into law by the governor.
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Maddy summarySB 2034 appropriates $173.6 million in state funds for Mississippi National Guard operations during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It covers general expenses ($9.5 million), military programs ($164 million), and specific initiatives like the Youth Challenge Program ($2.3 million), Armed Forces Museum ($663,124), and the Sonny Montgomery Center ($300,000). The funding comes from general state funds, specialized accounts (e.g., Camp Shelby Timber Fund), and $4 million redirected from the Education Enhancement Fund. This is a routine budget allocation with no new policy requirements, solely authorizing financial support for existing Guard activities and facilities.
Maddy summarySB 2035 appropriates $5.67 million from the General Fund and $3.63 million from special funds to cover the State Veterans Affairs Board's salaries and operations for fiscal year 2026. It also allocates $6.36 million from the General Fund and $54.54 million from special funds to support Mississippi State Veterans Homes operations and staff salaries during the same period. The bill specifies exact funding amounts for "Personal Services" (covering salaries and benefits) and sets authorized headcounts (40 permanent and 25 time-limited positions for the Board; 265 permanent and 317 time-limited for Veterans Homes), with strict rules preventing fund transfers or salary increases beyond approved amounts.
Maddy summarySB 2654 establishes a standardized 15-day in-person early voting period for all Mississippi elections (primaries, general, runoff, special, and municipal), beginning 15 days before the election and ending at noon on the Saturday before election day. Voters must cast ballots at their county registrar's office during set hours (regular business hours plus extended hours the last full week before elections), presenting photo ID and following standard election procedures. The bill requires posting early voting locations in three public places 8 days in advance and prohibits ballot harvesting, drop boxes, or mail-in voting during early voting - except as permitted under existing Mississippi Election Code. It applies directly to all registered voters in Mississippi participating in in-person early voting.
Maddy summarySC 538 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution recognizing Sarita "Bugg" Cooper-White's basketball career. It honors her achievements as a Gentry High School standout (including a perfect 40-0 season and "Miss Basketball" title), Delta State University All-American (ranking third in NCAA D-II assists), and her coaching success, ahead of her 2025 Delta State Sports Hall of Fame induction. The resolution formally extends recognition to Cooper-White and her family, and directs copies to her schools and the press. The bill died in committee on April 3, 2025, and did not become law.
Maddy summaryThis symbolic resolution (SC 519) apologizes for Mississippi's historical role in the 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the subsequent acquittal of his killers. It expresses "profound regret" for the state's creation of a hostile environment, failure to protect Till, and the defense of the killers, offering sympathy to his family. Key provisions include directing the resolution to all Mississippi state officials, civil rights groups (like the NAACP Mississippi Chapter), and requesting they share it to educate the public about this Civil Rights-era injustice. The resolution explicitly states it is not legally binding and cannot be used in court.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Jackson State University's Vice President and Director of Athletics, Ashley Robinson, for being named the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Athletic Director of the Year for 2024-2025. It formally honors Robinson's leadership and achievements, including his second NACDA award in three years, academic success of JSU athletes, and contributions to HBCU athletics. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative recognition and will be presented to Robinson and JSU leadership.
Maddy summarySR 128 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing W.H. Lanier Junior Senior High School in Jackson, Mississippi, for its 100th anniversary in 2025. It formally honors the school's history as central Mississippi's first continually-serving African American high school since 1925, including its role in the Civil Rights Movement where students participated in early 1960s protests. The resolution supports commemorative events planned by the Lanier High School National Alumni Association to celebrate the school's legacy of educational excellence and historical significance. It has been adopted by the Mississippi Senate and will be presented to the school's alumni association and Jackson School Board.
Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes WLBT newscaster Howard Ballou for receiving the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters' Television Lifetime Achievement Award. It commends his 30+ years of contributions to broadcasting in Mississippi, including multiple awards and community leadership. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, with no new laws or funding changes. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on April 1, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 143) is a formal tribute by the Mississippi Senate mourning the death of Huey P. Williams, the lead singer of the Jackson Southernaires gospel group. It acknowledges his decades-long musical legacy, including his role in shaping Mississippi's gospel music scene and the group's national impact through hits like "Too Late" and "The Greatest Creator." The resolution specifically recognizes Williams' family's gospel influence, his 2024 final performance, and the group's induction into the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame. As a commemorative resolution, it does not enact policy but honors Williams' cultural contributions.