Sen. Angela Hill

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $188,645 from the state treasury to fund the Mississippi State Board of Chiropractic Examiners for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It specifically allocates $40,000 to replace and upgrade the board’s licensing management system. The bill requires the board to maintain detailed financial records, comply with budget laws, and give preference to Mississippi Industries for the Blind when purchasing goods or services.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $219,128 from the state treasury to fund the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It directly affects the Board by providing dedicated funding for its operational expenses, including staff and administrative costs. The bill requires the Board to maintain detailed financial records matching those used in fiscal year 2026 and to submit its 2028 budget request in the same format as the 2027 request. It does not create new regulations for massage therapy but ensures continued funding and accountability for the existing Board.

Maddy summarySB 3082 appropriates $384,213 for the Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission's operations during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It specifically allocates $274,515 for "Personal Services" (employee salaries, wages, and benefits) to cover 3 permanent staff positions, with strict rules prohibiting fund transfers to other categories or exceeding the budget. The bill requires the commission to comply with Mississippi’s Variable Compensation Plan and ensures funds are used only for authorized staff positions, not promotions or salary increases for current employees. This is a procedural funding measure with no new policy changes, directly affecting the Motor Vehicle Commission’s staffing budget.

Maddy summarySB 3078 appropriates $12,545,602 for Mississippi's Department of Banking and Consumer Finance for fiscal year 2027, primarily funding employee salaries and benefits. The bill specifies that $9,001,454 must be used exclusively for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) for 86 authorized positions, with strict rules preventing the use of these funds for promotions, salary increases, or replacing federal funds. It requires the department to maintain detailed financial records and ensures no salary reductions below state personnel board minimums, while prohibiting excess spending beyond the allocated budget.

Maddy summarySB 3074 appropriates $1,269,591 for the Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners for fiscal year 2027, primarily to cover staff salaries and benefits for its authorized 8 full-time positions. The bill specifies that $720,776 must be used exclusively for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and fringe benefits), with strict limits preventing budget overruns or using these funds for promotions or new positions. It requires the Board to use "Vacancy Funding" only to fill existing unfilled authorized positions from the prior year, not to increase current staff compensation. The funds must comply with Mississippi's Variable Compensation Plan and cannot exceed the prior year's allocation without legislative approval for new positions.

Maddy summarySB 3079 appropriates $362,604 from the state treasury to fund the State Board of Funeral Services for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifically allocates $139,251 for "Personal Services" (salaries, wages, and benefits) to cover two permanent staff positions, with strict rules prohibiting use for employee raises or promotions. It requires the agency to maintain detailed financial records matching FY2026 standards and mandates that any future funding requests for FY2028 must align with current appropriations unless new positions are approved by the legislature. This is a procedural budget measure with no policy changes to funeral service regulations.

Maddy summarySB 2126 prohibits individuals required to register as sex offenders under Mississippi law from changing their names. This applies to all registered sex offenders in Mississippi, including those convicted of offenses involving force against victims as defined in the law. Violating this ban is a felony punishable by up to $5,000 in fines, five years in prison, or both. The bill amends existing sex offender registration statutes to require registrants to disclose former names and enforce the name change prohibition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution congratulates the St. Patrick High School Lady Irish Girls Soccer Team and standout player Meredith Tindell for winning their fourth consecutive state championship in 2026. The resolution formally recognizes the team's undefeated playoff performance and their overall season record of 18-4-4, highlighting key players and coaching staff who contributed to the achievement. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team, coaches, and school administration while also making it available to the Capitol Press Corps for public record.

Maddy summarySB 3086 appropriates $200,296 in state funds for the Mississippi State Board of Veterinary Examiners to cover its operational expenses during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill provides funding for the board’s existing administrative costs and requires it to maintain detailed financial records comparable to its 2026 reporting. This is a routine budgetary measure affecting only the veterinary board’s operations, with no new regulations or direct impact on the public or animal owners.

Maddy summarySB 3083 appropriates $473,712 for the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors to cover its operating expenses during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifically allocates $141,750 to update and maintain the board’s Licensing Management System and technology initiatives. It requires the board to maintain detailed financial records matching its FY2026 standards and submit comparable budget requests to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee for FY2028. The funding must comply with state procurement rules, including preference for Mississippi Industries for the Blind in purchasing decisions. This is a procedural funding bill with no direct policy changes for counselors or the public.