Sen. Brice Wiggins

Maddy summarySR 81 is a ceremonial resolution commending Angela Sims, a Math and Computer Science Instructor at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's Jackson County Campus, for being named "Instructor of the Year." It recognizes her 21-year career, teaching excellence, and community service, as selected through student, faculty, and administrator nominations. The resolution formally expresses the Mississippi Senate's praise and extends well-wishes to Sims, with copies sent to her, the college president, and the press. This is a non-binding expression of honor with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation.

Maddy summarySB 2260 establishes Mississippi's Blue Envelope Program to improve communication between law enforcement and drivers with autism spectrum disorder. The program provides a free package including a blue envelope, a window decal, informational materials on autism-friendly interactions, and a contact card. Drivers with a diagnosis (or their parents/guardians for minors) can request the package to store their license, insurance, and emergency contact info in the envelope - placed visibly in their vehicle. Law enforcement can access this information if a driver becomes nonverbal during a stop. The program takes effect July 1, 2025, and is administered by the Department of Public Safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Mississippi's trust law to clarify how trustees handle money received during an entity's partial liquidation (e.g., when a corporation sells part of its assets). It defines "partial liquidation" as either an entity explicitly stating it's partial or when distributions exceed 20% of the entity's total assets. Crucially, it requires trustees to reallocate a portion of such funds from "principal" to "income" to cover federal and state income taxes triggered by the distribution. This affects trustees managing trust assets who receive payments from entities like corporations or real estate investment trusts (REITs) during partial liquidations.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 505 is a ceremonial tribute honoring Emily Wagster Pettus for her 30-year career as a Capitol correspondent for The Associated Press in Mississippi. The resolution formally thanks her for covering legislative sessions, state government, and major events like Hurricane Katrina and civil rights trials. It recognizes her role in providing fair coverage, mentoring new reporters, and her service to Mississippi citizens. This resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a gesture of appreciation from the Mississippi Legislature.

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 2479 increases the maximum annual salary supplement for criminal investigators working in Mississippi district attorney offices from an unspecified amount to $10,000 per year. This directly affects criminal investigators employed by district attorneys across the state, who may now receive this supplemental pay from sources like county funds, federal grants, or interlocal agreements. The bill amends Mississippi Code sections 25-31-10.1 to establish this $10,000 cap on supplements, while maintaining the base salary maximum at $75,000. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 2083 would have allowed Mississippi vehicle owners to purchase distinctive license tags supporting Mississippi College School of Law, requiring an additional $30 annual fee per tag. The bill specified that $24 of each fee would go directly to Mississippi College School of Law, $1 to the Mississippi Burn Care Fund, $2 to the State Highway Fund, and $1 to another special fund. It applied only to owners who voluntarily chose to pay the fee for the specialty tag, with the tags needing annual renewal. The bill was referred to committee but ultimately "died in committee" on March 4, 2025, meaning it did not become law.

Maddy summarySB 2477 would increase salaries for Mississippi's full-time district attorneys, setting current rates ($125,900) through 2022, raising them to $134,400 starting January 2023, and eventually aligning them at 90% of circuit judge pay by July 2025. It also establishes salary ranges for legal assistants based on their years licensed: 80% for under five years, 85% for 5-14 years, and 90% for 15+ years. The bill directly affects district attorneys and their legal assistants statewide. The proposed changes would take effect in phases, with the final rate taking effect July 1, 2025.