Maddy summarySB 3017 allocates $667 million (combining $249 million from the General Fund and $417 million from special sources) to fund Mississippi's Department of Mental Health for fiscal year 2026. It specifically directs $20.95 million from the Health Care Expendable Fund toward critical services like crisis centers ($636,000), fentanyl/drug abuse education ($2 million), physician services at community clinics ($1.1 million), and Alzheimer's programs ($379,000). The bill also authorizes 5,321 staff positions (4,968 permanent, 353 time-limited) with strict rules requiring funds to cover new hires only, not salary increases or promotions. This funding directly supports mental health services for Mississippi residents, including crisis response, community-based care, and specialized treatment programs.
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Maddy summarySB 3025 appropriates $753,303 from the state treasury to cover the Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy’s operating expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). The bill specifies that $42,000 must be used solely for investigations, testimony, and administrative hearings related to the board’s work, and includes restrictions on fund usage - such as prohibiting funds from replacing federal money or covering salary increases for current staff. It also directs the board to prioritize Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 125) formally recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Mississippi State Fire Academy. It honors the Academy's history since 1974, its role in training firefighters and emergency responders, and its contributions to public safety across Mississippi. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment presented to the Academy's leadership.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring former Mississippi House Speaker Pro Tempore Robert George Clark, Jr., who died on March 4, 2025. It extends the Legislature's sympathy to his family and recognizes his historic service as Mississippi's first African American legislator since Reconstruction (1967-2003), his leadership roles, and his advocacy for education and Mississippi's historical preservation. The resolution directs that it be presented to his family and forwarded to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. No policy changes or funding are involved.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the Pearl River Community College (PRCC) Lady Wildcats Cheer Team and Head Coach Sarah Smith for winning their third UCA National Championship in four years (specifically noting their 2025 Game Day and Traditional titles). It directly affects the cheer team members, their coach, and PRCC leadership by recognizing their athletic achievement. The key mechanism is a symbolic Senate resolution adopted by Mississippi's legislature, expressing pride in the team's accomplishments and extending congratulations. As a procedural resolution, it contains no policy changes or funding provisions - its sole purpose is to honor the team's national championship success.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 90) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for the Pearl River Central High School Blue Devil Cheerleading Team, Coach Liz Smith, and Assistant Coach Tasha Morris. It formally recognizes their achievement as 2024 and 2025 UCA National High School Cheerleading Champions in the Varsity Coed Nontumbling Division 2 Game Day category. The resolution has no policy impact or binding effect - it solely offers formal recognition of their championship title and athletic excellence.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Senator Angela Turner Ford for receiving the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) 2024 Legislative Champion Award. It formally commends her advocacy for adult education in Mississippi, citing her support during National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week and her role as a keynote speaker for a High School Equivalency ceremony. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any programs or individuals beyond honoring the Senator. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on March 6, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences, not a policy bill. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's sympathy to Jeanne Luckey's surviving family (including her husband, daughters, and grandchildren) and commends her community service and public roles. Specifically, it honors her work as Mississippi's Republican National Committee Woman, President of the Mississippi Federation of Republican Women, and her advocacy for disability access during her service on the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves as a commemorative gesture.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SC 524), not a policy bill. It expresses the Mississippi Legislature's sympathy to Jimmy Carter's family and commends his life, public service, and legacy following his passing. The resolution details his presidency (1977-1981), key achievements like the Camp David Accords, and post-presidency work through the Carter Center. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies - it is solely a symbolic gesture of remembrance. The resolution was adopted by the Mississippi Legislature on March 5, 2025.
Maddy summarySB 3023 appropriates $378,324 from state funds to cover the Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission's (MVC) operating expenses for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It authorizes 3 permanent staff positions and strictly limits fund usage to cover salaries for new hires or vacancies - not raises for current employees - while requiring the MVC to maintain detailed financial records. The bill also mandates that purchases prioritize Mississippi Industries for the Blind when bids are equal and prohibits using state funds to replace withdrawn federal or special funds. This is a funding bill focused solely on the MVC's budget, with no policy changes beyond financial oversight.