Maddy summarySB 2394, a proposed Mississippi bill, would allow home-based food sellers to increase their annual sales limit from an unspecified lower amount to $120,000 without needing a full food establishment permit. It requires all cottage food sellers to complete certified food safety training (with existing sellers having until October 2026 to comply) and lists specific approved foods like baked goods, jams, dried spices, and wine. The bill also mandates detailed product labeling, prohibits direct online sales (though advertising online is allowed), and exempts homemade wine sold through cottage food operations from certain local restrictions. This bill, which died in committee in February 2026, would have directly affected small home-based food businesses operating within Mississippi.
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Maddy summarySB 2555 would allow Mississippi pharmacists to test for, screen, and treat specific minor, nonchronic health conditions - such as flu, UTIs, lice, and COVID-19 - without a physician’s prescription. It defines these conditions as short-term issues typically managed with non-controlled drugs or self-care, and permits pharmacists to delegate testing tasks to supervised interns or technicians. The bill also requires health insurers to cover these pharmacist-provided services if they would be covered if performed by a physician or nurse practitioner. However, the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not become law.
Maddy summarySB 2785, the "Mississippi Community Solar Act of 2026," would have created a state program allowing Mississippi residents to subscribe to shared solar projects. It required electric utilities to provide bill credits based on solar energy generated, accept interconnection applications for community solar facilities, and establish standardized agreements. The bill specifically prohibited credit checks or upfront fees for subscriptions and limited bill credits to 90% of a subscriber’s annual electricity cost. It directly affected residential customers, community solar organizations, and electric utilities across Mississippi. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not become law.
Maddy summarySB 2767 reorganizes several Mississippi Code sections related to the "mailbox rule" (which governs how banks handle customer financial records in court) by moving them to a more accessible part of the code for future amendments. It does not change the substance of existing law but streamlines the code structure, making it easier to update these provisions. The bill also includes a minor technical correction to Section 65-43-79 of the Mississippi Code. This procedural measure affects state legislative processes, not specific individuals or entities.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 25) is a symbolic commendation from the Mississippi Senate, not a policy change. It formally congratulates the Lamar School Raiders football team and head coach Jacob Land for winning the MAIS 4A Division III State Championship on November 22, 2025 - their seventh state title and first since 2018. The resolution specifically recognizes their victory over Brookhaven Academy (34-17) and acknowledges the team's defensive performance. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect and directly affects only the team, coaches, and school community by offering formal recognition.
Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Mississippi Senate's support for the Beth Israel Congregation following an arson attack on their Jackson building on January 10, 2026. It condemns attacks on houses of worship as violations of religious freedom and references statements from Governor Reeves and Jackson Mayor Horhn condemning antisemitism and hate crimes. The resolution formally offers sympathy to the congregation and directs the Senate to transmit its support to the congregation's board and Mississippi's Public Safety Commissioner. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or allocate funding.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 10) formally commemorates Mississippi College's bicentennial in 2026, marking 200 years since its founding on January 24, 1826. It honors the institution's history as Mississippi's oldest college and the second oldest Baptist college in the U.S., highlighting its contributions to education, its Christian mission, and its role in developing leaders across Mississippi. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial, extending recognition to the college's students, faculty, and administration. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate in early 2026 with no reported opposition.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 11) honors Ann Alexander, a board member of Friends of Mississippi Veterans, for her dedicated service to Mississippi veterans. It formally recognizes her role in founding and supporting the organization, which helped establish the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery and assisted the Veterans Home System. The resolution, adopted by the Mississippi Senate in January 2026, extends official thanks to her and the group for their lasting impact on veterans in the state. It does not create new laws or alter policies - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment with no direct effect on legislation or beneficiaries.
Maddy summarySB 2017 appropriates $235.7 million for Mississippi's Department of Transportation's Office of State Aid Road Construction for fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It allocates $5.3 million specifically for staff salaries and filling open positions (including $392,000 for "vacancy funding"), with strict limits to prevent exceeding budgeted personnel costs. Additionally, $55 million is dedicated to replacing structurally deficient bridges under the Local System Bridge Program. The bill requires detailed accounting of all funds and mandates that administrative costs stay below 4% of construction spending.
Maddy summarySB 2020 appropriates $378,795 for the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors to cover operational expenses during fiscal year 2026 (July 2025-June 2026). It authorizes two permanent staff positions and allocates $100,000 specifically for updating the board’s Licensing Management System. The bill requires the board to maintain detailed financial records matching 2025 standards and comply with state budget laws prohibiting overspending. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, directly affecting the board’s budget and administrative operations.