Sen. Gary Brumfield

Maddy summarySB 3038 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the K.L. Simmons Technology Building at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to be paid into a dedicated fund for these specific improvements, with the state pledging its full credit for repayment. This directly affects Alcorn State University by providing funding for physical infrastructure upgrades at its campus. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on the bond authorization mechanism without specifying project details or timelines.

Maddy summarySB 3039 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to Revels Hall and Robinson Hall at Alcorn State University. The bill specifies that bond proceeds will be directed to these two specific university buildings for physical improvements. The state pledges its full faith and credit to repay the bonds, with any shortfall covered from the state treasury if legislative appropriations are insufficient. This is a procedural financing measure focused solely on funding infrastructure upgrades at Alcorn State University.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows honorably discharged U.S. military veterans to receive vehicle license tags at no cost. Specifically, veterans presenting a valid DD Form 214 can get one regular or military license tag without any fee, or a special/personalized tag only for the standard additional fee. It applies to all veterans meeting the discharge criteria, with households containing multiple veterans eligible for separate tags (each requiring their own DD Form 214). The bill amends Mississippi's vehicle registration codes to implement this exemption, directly affecting veterans seeking cost-free or low-cost license tags.

Maddy summarySB 3033 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds specifically to fund new housing construction for faculty and staff at Alcorn State University. The bill directs bond proceeds to a dedicated special fund for building and equipping housing facilities, with the full credit of the State of Mississippi pledged for repayment. These bonds would be sold through the State Bond Commission and paid using state treasury funds if needed, following standard bond procedures. The legislation directly affects Alcorn State University employees who will gain access to new on-campus housing options.

Maddy summarySB 3040 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, upgrades, and improvements to agricultural facilities and infrastructure at Alcorn State University. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which will be used exclusively for these specific facility projects. The State Bond Commission will handle bond issuance, sale, and disbursement of funds under the bill's provisions. This legislation directly affects Alcorn State University's agricultural operations and infrastructure.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund accessibility improvements at Alcorn State University, specifically for repairs and renovations to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The funds would cover costs for making university buildings and facilities accessible, directly benefiting Alcorn State University and its students, faculty, and staff. The State Bond Commission would issue the bonds, backed by the state's full faith and credit, with proceeds directed to a special fund for the university's ADA compliance projects. The bill focuses solely on authorizing the bond financing mechanism, not on specific renovation details or project timelines.

Maddy summarySB 3035 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, expansions, and upgrades to the David L. Whitney (HPER) Arena Complex and Wellness Center at Alcorn State University. The bonds, backed by the full credit of the State of Mississippi, will be sold to raise funds specifically for these campus facility improvements. The proceeds will be managed through a dedicated special fund and directly benefit Alcorn State University students, staff, and athletic programs by modernizing their primary sports and wellness facilities. This bill is a funding mechanism, not a policy change, and does not affect other institutions or programs.

Maddy summarySB 2579 appropriates $5 million from Mississippi's Small Municipalities Federal Match Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It enables small municipalities receiving discretionary federal funds to access matching state funds by requiring them to contribute 20% of project costs locally while federal funds cover 80%. The bill directs the Department of Finance and Administration to disburse these matching funds to qualifying small municipalities, aiming to help them leverage additional federal resources for local projects. The funds are specifically intended for municipalities that qualify under the state's matching program.

Maddy summarySB 2252 removes a prohibition on using underground injection methods for hazardous waste disposal. It also eliminates requirements for the Permit Board to assess whether new waste facilities comply with Mississippi's waste management plan or regional agreements. Additionally, the bill deletes language stating the law meets federal regulatory standards. These changes reduce specific regulatory hurdles for hazardous waste facilities seeking permits in Mississippi.

Maddy summarySB 2718 amends Mississippi's DUI law to allow commercial driver's license (CDL) holders to avoid a criminal conviction for a first-time DUI offense if they were not operating a vehicle requiring their CDL at the time of the offense. Currently, CDL holders face automatic ineligibility for nonadjudication (avoiding a criminal record) in such cases, while non-CDL holders may qualify. The bill equalizes treatment by removing this distinction, permitting courts to grant nonadjudication to CDL holders meeting the same criteria as other drivers. This change directly affects commercial drivers with first-time DUIs unrelated to their commercial work.