Sen. Jeremy England

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally commends Dr. Gabriel Posadas for being named "Instructor of the Year" at the George County Center of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The recognition highlights his distinguished service as a Biology Instructor over the past four years, based on nominations from students, faculty, and administrators regarding his teaching excellence and community contributions. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of his professional achievements and is intended to be presented to Dr. Posadas and shared with the college administration and press.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes and congratulates Vic A. Gauthreaux, Jr., an Information Systems Technology Instructor at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's Harrison County Campus, for being selected as "Instructor of the Year." The resolution acknowledges his ten years of service to the college, his educational background, and the award's selection criteria based on teaching excellence, college service, community service, and professional development. It directs that the resolution be presented to Mr. Gauthreaux, forwarded to the college president, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. This is a ceremonial measure that honors an individual's achievement rather than establishing new policy or changing laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends Patrick Wilcher, a mathematics instructor and department chair at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's Perkinston Campus, for receiving the "Instructor of the Year" award. The resolution formally recognizes his distinguished service and teaching excellence, which was selected through nominations from students, faculty, and administrators based on his performance in teaching, college service, community service, and professional development. The document directs that the resolution be presented to Mr. Wilcher, forwarded to the college president, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $20 million from the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund to Mississippi's Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) for disaster response and recovery costs. It specifically covers expenses related to the severe weather event beginning January 24, 2026, and other state disaster obligations, effective from passage through June 30, 2027. The funds are intended to cover MEMA's costs for managing disaster response and recovery efforts during this period. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions.

Maddy summarySB 2882 removes a requirement for Mississippi homeowners applying for homestead tax exemption to submit a copy of their property closing statement or disclosure. The bill amends Mississippi Code Section 27-33-31 to explicitly state that applicants no longer need to provide these documents to qualify. This change directly affects homeowners seeking the homestead exemption, simplifying the application process by eliminating one document submission. The policy change streamlines the administrative process for county tax assessors handling homestead exemption applications.

Maddy summaryMississippi's SB 2893 revises how local governments (counties and municipalities) must notify the public about proposed zoning changes. It requires posting notices 30 days and 15 days before hearings on Facebook, Instagram, and X, plus in local newspapers, government offices, libraries, and websites. The bill maintains existing rules that zoning changes requiring a supermajority vote (3/5) must have 20% of affected property owners' signatures opposing the change. This affects all Mississippi local governments handling zoning amendments, focusing on transparency and accessibility of notice procedures.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution congratulates former Mississippi State Senator Bobby Chamberlin on his investiture as a United States District Court Judge for the Northern District of Mississippi. The resolution recognizes his judicial career, including his service on the Mississippi Supreme Court and previous roles as a municipal judge and prosecutor. It also notes his confirmation by the U.S. Senate and includes a statement of support from Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. The resolution will be presented at Chamberlin's investiture ceremony and shared with the press.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes Josh Hubbard, a basketball player from Madison, Mississippi, for his outstanding achievements at Mississippi State University. The document highlights his on-court statistics, including his All-SEC honors and record-breaking three-point shooting, as well as his off-court community service work. It notes his leadership in initiatives like the "Buckets for Wishes" campaign and his contributions to local youth programs. The resolution serves as an official commendation from the Mississippi Senate rather than a law with enforceable requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the 2026 St. Patrick High School Boys Soccer Team and their coach, Ryan Worsham, for winning the Class 1 State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's first state title since 2017, highlighting key moments from their victory over St. Andrew's and listing the roster members who earned the honor. It directs that the resolution be presented to the school's administration and forwarded to the Board of Directors, serving as an official commendation rather than a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends and congratulates the Pascagoula High School Panthers boys basketball team and Coach Lorenzo Wright for winning the school's first-ever state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's victory over Terry High School in the 2026 MHSAA Boys Class 6A State Championship game, which took place on March 5, 2026. It highlights the team's journey through the tournament and acknowledges individual achievements, including Blake Nettles being named the game's Most Valuable Player. The resolution formally presents this recognition to the team, coaches, and school officials while extending best wishes for future success.