Sen. David Blount

Maddy summarySB 2946 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Greenwood Cemetery Association for cemetery restoration and repair during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly funds the Greenwood Cemetery Association to cover costs associated with maintaining and repairing the cemetery grounds. The funds will be disbursed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as specified in state fiscal procedures. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader implications beyond the specified cemetery project.

Maddy summarySB 3031 pauses planned reductions to Mississippi's individual income tax rates for earners above $10,000 annually. It requires an independent actuary to certify that the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) has an unfunded liability below 20% (meaning 80% funded) before tax cuts can proceed. The bill repeals a prior provision (Section 27-7-5.1) that would have further reduced taxes under certain fiscal conditions. This directly affects taxpayers earning over $10,000 annually by delaying tax rate decreases until PERS funding meets the specified threshold. The change is a direct policy adjustment to the tax code, not a procedural or commemorative measure.

Maddy summarySB 2170 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to the City of Byram, Mississippi, to cover costs for drainage projects during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifies that the funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions from Byram's officials. This is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes, directly affecting Byram's infrastructure planning for flood management.

Maddy summarySB 2172 appropriates $1,000,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration to cover fire protection service costs for the Jackson Fire Department during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This procedural bill allocates existing state funds to support the Jackson Fire Department's operational expenses without creating new laws or affecting specific populations. The funds will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, as authorized by the state's fiscal procedures.

Maddy summarySB 2169 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to build a fire station at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in partnership with the City of Jackson Fire Department. The station will provide primary fire response for the UMMC campus and other state properties during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). This is a funding bill with no policy changes, solely authorizing the construction project.

Maddy summarySB 2171 appropriates $250,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to Hinds County for fiscal year 2027. The funds are specifically for improvements to the Midway Road and Owens Road Volunteer Fire Department fire station. Hinds County must provide a 50% local match ($125,000) to receive the state funds. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and covers costs associated with station upgrades.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 42) is a ceremonial tribute expressing the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Donna Jill Johnson, Meridian’s first Republican Circuit Clerk elected in Mississippi history. It honors her 32-year service to Lauderdale County and the state, noting her integrity, community involvement, and passing at age 80 on February 5, 2026. The resolution does not create any new laws or policies - it solely offers a formal expression of sympathy and recognition of her public service. It directly affects her surviving family members and colleagues, acknowledging her legacy without any legislative impact.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 36 commends the Junior League of Jackson for its 85th anniversary, recognizing its decades of volunteer work in healthcare, education, and community service across Mississippi. It highlights the organization's historical projects, including founding the Children's Cancer Clinic, supporting schools, and aiding disaster recovery after events like Hurricane Katrina. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or obligations but formally expresses the Mississippi Senate's gratitude for the Junior League's contributions to Jackson and the state.

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 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill) recognizing blues musician Jesse Robinson as the 2026 recipient of Mississippi's Governor's Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's recognition to Robinson, honoring his decades-long contributions to Mississippi's blues music heritage. The resolution describes his career milestones, including his role in Jackson's blues scene, collaborations with artists like Bobby Rush, and work promoting blues education. It will be presented to Robinson personally and shared with the press. (Note: This resolution has no legal effect - it is purely symbolic recognition.)