Sen. Jeremy England

Maddy summarySB 2919 is a procedural bill that renumbers existing sections of Mississippi law related to ballot initiatives (specifically sections 23-17-1 through 23-17-61) to new section numbers. It does not change any substantive requirements for ballot initiatives, such as petition filing deadlines, revenue disclosure rules, or the Attorney General's review process. The bill solely updates the code's structure for administrative clarity, making it easier to reference these provisions in future amendments. This affects state officials who administer ballot initiatives (like the Secretary of State and Attorney General) but does not alter how citizens or petitioners interact with the process.

Maddy summarySB 2558 updates Mississippi's campaign finance laws to increase transparency and restrict contributions. It requires candidates and political committees to file a "Statement of Organization" before accepting donations, mandates online public access to all campaign finance reports, and prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to state/local elections. The bill limits corporate political contributions to $1,000 annually and bans using campaign funds for personal expenses or civil penalties. Violations could trigger administrative fines, legal action by the Attorney General, or criminal penalties for foreign contribution violations. These changes directly affect candidates, political committees, corporations, and anyone involved in Mississippi's state and local election funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to give Mississippi voters the direct power to propose new laws or amend/repeal existing laws through citizen initiatives. It would require petitions signed by 10% of active registered voters (with limits on signatures per congressional district) and mandate that sponsors identify funding sources to cover implementation costs without reducing state funding. The initiative process would be restricted from affecting constitutional amendments, life rights, retirement systems, or local laws, and would require fiscal analysis to appear on ballots. If approved by voters, it would allow citizens to bypass the legislature on specific policy changes, with up to three initiatives per ballot and a 90-day notice rule for election placement.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 37) formally recognizes Abbey Harty of Edam, Saskatchewan, as Miss Rodeo Canada 2026 and welcomes her to Mississippi for the Dixie National Livestock and Rodeo Show. It does not create any new laws or policies; instead, it expresses the Mississippi Senate's recognition of Harty's role as Canada's official rodeo representative. The resolution highlights her background as a rodeo athlete, healthcare worker, and student pursuing nursing, but the measure itself has no binding effect beyond ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 38 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Brinkley Boswell of Star, Mississippi, as "Miss Rodeo Mississippi 2026" for her role in promoting rodeo, agriculture, and western culture. It formally honors her during the Dixie National Livestock and Rodeo Show and will be presented to her, shared with the Commissioner of Agriculture, and distributed to the press. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 39) is a ceremonial recognition of Olivia Favero as Miss Rodeo America 2026. It formally welcomes her to Mississippi for the Dixie National Livestock and Rodeo Show and acknowledges her recent title win, educational background, and community involvement. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Mississippi Senate. It directly affects Olivia Favero as the honoree, with no broader impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill) recognizing blues musician Jesse Robinson as the 2026 recipient of Mississippi's Governor's Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's recognition to Robinson, honoring his decades-long contributions to Mississippi's blues music heritage. The resolution describes his career milestones, including his role in Jackson's blues scene, collaborations with artists like Bobby Rush, and work promoting blues education. It will be presented to Robinson personally and shared with the press. (Note: This resolution has no legal effect - it is purely symbolic recognition.)

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 13), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes Master Chairmaker Greg Harkins of Thomastown, Mississippi, as the recipient of the 2026 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Traditional Craft. The resolution celebrates his 50-year career creating heirloom furniture, his national/international recognition (including chairs gifted to six U.S. Presidents and Pope John Paul II), and his role as a cultural ambassador for Mississippi. As a purely symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 16 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (MSO) as the 2026 recipient of the Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Performing Arts. It formally extends the Mississippi Senate's recognition to MSO, the state's largest professional performing arts organization based in Jackson, for its contributions to Mississippi's cultural landscape. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it serves solely as a symbolic honor acknowledging MSO's 80-year history, educational programs, and statewide impact through music. The Senate will present this resolution to MSO's director, Crafton Beck, and share it with the press.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 15) formally recognizes Mississippi composer, playwright, and performer Heather Christian as the 2026 recipient of the Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Music Composition. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her artistic achievements, including her MacArthur Fellowship and national awards, without creating any new laws or policies. It does not affect any individuals or organizations beyond this formal recognition. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative impact and simply extends the Mississippi Senate's congratulations to Christian.