Sen. Andy Berry

Maddy summarySB 2632 is a procedural bill that reorganizes existing sections of Mississippi's Emergency Management Law (Mississippi Code of 1972) by moving specific code sections (33-15-1 through 33-15-53) to new positions in the code. It does not change the content or policy of these sections, which cover definitions, purposes, and structure of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The bill’s sole purpose is to facilitate future amendments by updating the code’s numbering. This reorganization affects the legal code itself, not individuals or entities, and requires no action from the public or agencies.

Maddy summarySB 2898 directs the State Treasurer and State Fiscal Officer to transfer $20 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund upon the bill's effective date. This technical amendment reallocates existing state funds without creating new programs or changing eligibility for disaster assistance. The transfer affects state budget accounting by moving money between two designated funds (Fund No. 6499C00000 to Fund No. 3372500000) to support disaster response resources. The bill has no direct impact on citizens or businesses but modifies how state funds are allocated. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes Lilly Overby, a senior cross-country runner at Simpson County Academy in Mississippi, for her athletic achievements. The bill commends her as a three-time state cross-country champion and acknowledges her as the 2024-2025 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Cross-Country Player of the Year. It directs that the resolution be presented to Overby, her coach, and the school headmaster, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial resolution with no legal or policy changes, serving only to honor the student-athlete's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the Simpson County Academy Cougars Boys Cross-Country Team and their coach, Angel Overstreet, for winning back-to-back state championships in 2025. The bill formally recognizes the team's undefeated season, their top-25 state ranking, and their performance in the MAIS 4A Division 1 competition. It directs the resolution to be presented to Coach Overstreet and the school administration, with a copy available to the Capitol Press Corps. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $20 million from the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund to Mississippi's Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) for disaster response and recovery costs. It specifically covers expenses related to the severe weather event beginning January 24, 2026, and other state disaster obligations, effective from passage through June 30, 2027. The funds are intended to cover MEMA's costs for managing disaster response and recovery efforts during this period. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill revises the definition of "qualified resort area" under Mississippi's Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. It directly affects hotels, resorts, and related businesses in areas designated as "qualified resort areas" regarding alcohol sales permissions. The amendment modifies Section 67-1-5 of Mississippi Code to adjust how these areas are defined, though the specific wording change isn't detailed in the provided text. This is a procedural adjustment to the legal definition governing alcohol regulations in designated resort regions.

Maddy summarySB 2272 exempts specific agricultural and logging items from Mississippi's 1.5% state sales tax, including livestock fencing materials and agricultural lime purchased by commercial farmers for farming use. The bill amends tax code sections to remove the 1.5% tax rate for these items and requires the Department of Revenue to create a permit application process for commercial farmers seeking the exemption. This directly affects commercial farmers buying qualifying materials, reducing their tax burden on essential farming supplies. The policy change is a concrete tax adjustment, not a new fee or mandate beyond the sales tax exemption.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution congratulates former Mississippi State Senator Bobby Chamberlin on his investiture as a United States District Court Judge for the Northern District of Mississippi. The resolution recognizes his judicial career, including his service on the Mississippi Supreme Court and previous roles as a municipal judge and prosecutor. It also notes his confirmation by the U.S. Senate and includes a statement of support from Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. The resolution will be presented at Chamberlin's investiture ceremony and shared with the press.

Maddy summaryMississippi's SB 2638 amends food labeling laws to clarify rules around misbranded meat and dairy products. It adds a specific definition for "cell-cultured dairy products" (products made from animal cells grown outside a live animal) and expands the definition of "identifying meat terms" to prevent consumer confusion with plant-based or lab-grown alternatives. The bill also clarifies the Mississippi Department of Agriculture's authority to inspect food facilities based on complaints and updates penalties for selling misbranded products. These changes directly affect food manufacturers, retailers, and consumers by setting clearer labeling standards for new food products. The bill does not ban any products but ensures they are accurately labeled to avoid misleading terms.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Simpson Academy Lady Cougars girls basketball team and head coach Linda Dear for winning the 2026 MAIS Class 4A Division 1 State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's victory over East Rankin Academy and their runner-up finish in the overall tournament, highlighting key achievements such as Coach Dear's fifth state title and the team's 30-5 record. The document formally acknowledges the players and coaching staff for their accomplishments and directs the resolution to be presented to Coach Dear and Simpson Academy leadership.