Sen. Angela Hill

Maddy summarySB 3080 appropriates $147,459 for the Mississippi Board of Registered Professional Geologists to cover its operational expenses during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). Of this, $105,862 is specifically designated for "Personal Services," covering salaries, wages, and benefits for one authorized permanent employee position. The bill restricts these funds to personnel costs only, prohibiting use for promotions, salary increases, or filling new positions without additional legislative approval. It requires strict adherence to Mississippi’s Variable Compensation Plan and mandates detailed financial reporting for compliance.

Maddy summarySB 3077 appropriates $369,241 in state funds for the Mississippi State Board of Architecture and Landscape Architecture Advisory Committee to cover expenses during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill specifically allocates $186,280 for personnel costs, including employee salaries and benefits, while restricting spending to authorized staff positions (2 permanent roles) and prohibiting salary reductions below state minimums. It requires strict budget adherence, limits "Vacancy Funding" to fill unfilled positions (not for raises or promotions), and mandates detailed financial reporting to the legislature. The bill ensures funds are used solely for the committee’s operational needs without exceeding appropriations.

Maddy summarySB 3084 appropriates $769,829 for Mississippi's State Board of Public Accountancy to cover its fiscal year 2027 expenses (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It specifically allocates $496,104 for staff salaries and benefits for five permanent positions, with strict rules preventing budget overruns or using these funds for promotions. An additional $42,000 is earmarked exclusively for investigations, testimony, and administrative hearings related to the board's work. The bill ensures compliance with state salary plans and requires detailed financial reporting for transparency.

Maddy summarySB 2230 allows law enforcement to use electronic warrants for misdemeanor cases and confirms that electronic signatures on protection orders have the same legal effect as handwritten ones. It requires secure digital systems with encryption, timestamping, and authentication to verify signatures for warrants and protection orders. The bill explicitly excludes no-knock warrants from electronic processing and mandates that applicants must meet with a judge via video if needed. This changes how courts and police handle lower-level warrant applications and protective orders in Mississippi.

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 summarySB 3353 appropriates $1 million from the State General Fund to Pearl River County (in partnership with the City of Poplarville) for constructing a new fire station. The funds specifically cover construction costs to support Pearl River Community College and improve Poplarville's fire rating. This fiscal year 2027 appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2026, and is a procedural funding measure with no new policy provisions. The bill directly affects local government entities in Pearl River County and Poplarville for infrastructure development.

Maddy summarySB 3354 appropriates $1,000,000 from the State General Fund to Pearl River County for necessary upgrades to its 1903 courthouse during fiscal year 2027. The funds specifically cover costs related to making the courthouse compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other essential improvements. This bill directly affects Pearl River County by providing state funding for physical accessibility and maintenance of a historic courthouse building.

Maddy summarySB 3356 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the City of Picayune for park improvements at Friendship Park during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The bill provides direct funding to cover costs associated with physical upgrades to Friendship Park, a public space in Picayune. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no policy changes or broader legislative impact.

Maddy summarySB 3232 appropriates $4.5 million from the state General Fund to Neshoba County General Hospital for costs related to establishing a nursing school in partnership with Mississippi University for Women (MUW). The funding covers expenses for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This bill directly supports the hospital and MUW in developing the nursing program through state financial assistance. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the specified appropriation.

Maddy summarySB 3118 creates a one-year pilot program (for 2026 only) allowing Mississippi parents or guardians to claim a state income tax credit for eligible K-12 educational expenses like private school tuition, textbooks, and school fees. The credit is capped at $2,500 per student annually, with unused portions carryable forward for five years, but the total credits awarded statewide cannot exceed $20 million in 2026. Eligibility is determined through a random lottery system administered by the state tax department, and the credit cannot exceed a taxpayer’s actual state income tax liability for the year. This program directly affects families paying for K-12 education outside public schools, offering potential tax savings through a limited, lottery-based system.