Sen. Jason Barrett

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 55), not a law. It formally commends Loyd Star High School's girls' and boys' golf teams and coach Jonathan Breakfield for winning the 2025 Class 2A State Golf Championships - a rare double championship win in Mississippi history. The resolution expresses the Senate's congratulations through formal language, highlighting the teams' achievements, individual performances, and community support. It has no policy impact or legal effect; it solely serves as a symbolic recognition of the athletic accomplishment.

Maddy summarySB 2018 creates the Mississippi National Guard Tricare Premium Reimbursement Program, which reimburses actively drilling Mississippi National Guard members for their Tricare Reserve Select health insurance premiums. The program applies to members eligible for Tricare Reserve Select coverage who are not covered by another employer, with reimbursements paid at the current "Tricare Reserve Select - Member only" rate. The Adjutant General administers the program, requiring legislative funding each year and annual reports starting in 2026 to assess its impact on medical readiness and participation. This policy directly affects National Guard members by reducing their out-of-pocket healthcare costs, aiming to support retention and readiness.

Maddy summaryMississippi Senate Bill 2403 increases specific fees collected by county sheriffs. It raises the processing fee for serving legal documents from $45 to $55 (Section 25-7-19), the bond approval fee from $25 to $40, and the tax notice services fee from $45 to $55 (Section 27-43-3). These fees directly affect sheriffs and the individuals or entities requiring sheriff services for court processes, bonds, or tax notices. The bill makes no changes to service procedures, only adjusting the fee amounts for existing services.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 526 is a symbolic resolution congratulating the Ole Miss Rebels football team and head coach Pete Golding for winning the 2025-2026 Sugar Bowl championship and finishing No. 3 in national rankings - the highest finish for an SEC team since 1962. It recognizes their 13-2 season, historic College Football Playoff semifinal appearance, and significance as the highest-ranked Ole Miss team in over six decades. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, commending the team's achievements without altering laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes Mississippi's Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) to sell or lease a 10.17-acre property at 1900 Woodrow Wilson Avenue in Jackson (currently used by the Highway Safety Patrol as headquarters) on behalf of the Department of Public Safety. It requires the property to be sold for at least fair market value (determined by two appraisals) or leased under terms ensuring the "highest and best use," limiting redevelopment to commercial, residential, or retail space while prohibiting heavy industry, casinos, or liquor stores. All proceeds from the sale or lease must go to the State General Fund, and the state retains the right to repurchase the property or terminate the lease if development milestones aren't met within 10 years. The state also retains all mineral rights to the property.

Maddy summarySB 2377 requires anyone acting as an athlete agent in Mississippi to register and obtain a certificate under the Uniform Athlete Agent Law. It directly affects unregistered agents who provide services to student-athletes in the state. The bill penalizes non-compliance with a fine of up to $25,000 and a three-year ban from registering. This law amends Mississippi Code Section 73-42-13 to establish these requirements and penalties, taking effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 3220 appropriates $5 million from Mississippi's General Fund to Amite County for infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly provides funding to Amite County to cover costs associated with local infrastructure projects, such as roads or utilities. It is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy requirements or changes to existing laws. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is paid through standard state fiscal processes.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $574,272 from Mississippi's General Fund to cover salaries, travel, and office expenses for the Sixth Circuit Court District's legal staff during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It specifically allocates funds for three full-time assistant district attorneys and $12,000 for district attorney office expenses, as authorized under state law. The bill prohibits using these funds to reimburse taxable meals for staff within the district. As a funding measure - not a policy change - it directly affects the Sixth Circuit Court District's assistant district attorneys and district attorney's office by ensuring their operational budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Maddy summarySB 3222 appropriates $10 million from Mississippi's General Fund for fiscal year 2027 to the Scenic Rivers Development Alliance. The funds will support infrastructure upgrades in Franklin, Walthall, Pike, Amite, and Wilkinson counties, including road and parking improvements, river access, erosion control, utility upgrades, and trail enhancements. This bill directly affects these five counties by providing state funding for local facility and environmental infrastructure projects. The appropriation is a one-time funding allocation with no new policy requirements.

Maddy summarySB 3214 allocates $5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Franklin County for infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds are intended to cover costs associated with the county's infrastructure projects, such as roads or utilities, without specifying particular improvements. This direct appropriation is funded through the state's general budget and requires payment via state warrants. The bill affects Franklin County residents and local infrastructure planning by providing dedicated state funding for the specified period.