Sen. David Blount

Co-sponsor SR 17

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognize Jane Crater Hiatt as recipient of the 2025 Governor's Arts Award for "Stephen C. Edds" Patron of the Arts.

Maddy summaryThe Mississippi Senate passed Resolution SR 17 to formally recognize Jane Crater Hiatt as the 2025 recipient of the Governor's "Stephen C. Edds" Patron of the Arts Award. This resolution honors her decades-long contributions to Mississippi's arts community through leadership roles, including directing the Mississippi Arts Commission and establishing the Jane Crater Hiatt Artist Fellowship, which provides $20,000 grants to support Mississippi artists' career development. The resolution highlights her advocacy for arts education, diversity in arts programming, and ongoing philanthropy that has strengthened cultural opportunities statewide.

Passed Jan 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 1

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Celebrate 50th anniversary of Callaway Chargers State Championship team.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 1) is a ceremonial tribute to honor the 1975 Callaway High School football team's 50th anniversary of their state championship victory. It commends the team for their perfect 12-0 season, integration efforts, and community impact, specifically recognizing their role in racial reconciliation. The resolution directs the Senate to present this recognition to Callaway High School's current head coach and principal, as well as the Jackson Public School District. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally celebrates historical achievement.

Passed Jan 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 2332

died · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

MAEP; revise funding formula.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Mississippi Adequate Education Program by changing how the base cost of educating a student is calculated and how funds are distributed to school districts. It requires the base student cost to increase annually by 25% of the previous year's cost, adjusted for inflation, while also mandating that 90% of state contributions be spent on teacher salaries and classroom resources rather than administrative roles. The legislation sets specific rules for funding charter schools, requiring them to return prorated funds if students return to their home districts, and ensures that no district receives less state funding in 2025 than it did in 2024. Ultimately, the bill aims to standardize the formula used to determine the amount of money each school district receives to support its students.

died May 14, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 2487

Signed into law · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

The Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters Death Benefits Trust Fund; bring forward provision related to.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new trust fund to provide death benefits to Mississippi law enforcement officers and firefighters who die or suffer fatal injuries while performing official duties. It increases the base death benefit payment to $150,000 and allows for an additional $25,000 per child, with a maximum total payout of $250,000, while also authorizing up to $15,000 for funeral expenses. The legislation creates a separate fund for training and equipment grants, directing any money remaining in the death benefits trust after maintaining a $4 million minimum balance to support enhanced training or safety gear for covered individuals.

Signed into law May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SC 540

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognize legacy of Rosie S. Simmons as the first African American since Reconstruction to serve as Bolivar County Circuit Clerk.

Passed May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 128

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognize Mississippi Children's Museum for USA Today National Award.

Passed May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 2780

died · Mississippi Senate · Lead sponsor

Authority of Secretary of State to approve leases located on Public Trust Tidelands; clarify.

died Apr 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2903

died · Mississippi Senate · Lead sponsor

MS Deferred Comp; allow Roth and other after-tax accounts, and comply with qualified domestic relations orders.

died Apr 27, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SR 116

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Congratulate former JSU star running back Lewis Tillman upon his induction into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame.

Passed Apr 26, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 117

Passed · Mississippi Senate · Co-sponsor

Mourn the passing of Jackson State Football Star and Mississippi Valley State Football Coach Archie "The Gunslinger" Cooley.

Passed Apr 26, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track