Sen. Chad McMahan

Maddy summarySB 2847 requires state and local government entities (like counties, cities, and agencies) to round cash payments for taxes, fees, fines, or assessments to the nearest 5¢. It applies to all government collections paid in cash - such as county clerk copy fees or tax payments - but does not affect private merchants' sales pricing. If private businesses pay cash taxes to the Mississippi Department of Revenue, those amounts must be rounded to the nearest 5¢. The bill amends existing statutes (including fee schedules for county clerks and newspaper publications) to implement this rounding rule.

Maddy summarySB 2915 expands sales options for Mississippi's native wine producers and retailers. It allows holders of native wine retailer permits to operate multiple tasting rooms within their home county and establish one permanent satellite location elsewhere in the state where alcohol sales are permitted. The bill also permits these retailers to sell alcoholic beverages from other suppliers when serving customers on-premises. Additionally, it removes expiration dates for festival permits and clarifies rules for native wine shipping through state distributors. These changes directly affect native wineries, retail operators, and event organizers holding festival permits.

Maddy summarySB 2730 grants civil immunity to charitable organizations (defined as tax-exempt groups registered with the Mississippi Secretary of State) for legal liability arising from their emergency services during declared emergencies, government-ordered emergencies, or impending weather events like hurricanes, floods, or extreme storms. The bill covers services including shelter, transportation, emergency response, and utilities provided during these events. However, immunity does not apply for wanton, willful, or intentional misconduct. This law aims to encourage rapid disaster assistance without fear of lawsuits, taking effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2934 appropriates $1,000,000 from the Capital Expense Fund to the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) for the Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties Grant Program during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This funding directly supports small municipalities and counties with limited populations across Mississippi through grants authorized under Section 57-1-18. The bill provides the specific financial allocation needed to cover program costs, with funds disbursed via state warrants as required by law.

Maddy summarySB 3279 appropriates $1.5 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Lee County for the interior renovation of the Old Lee County Courthouse during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The bill directly affects Lee County by providing funding to cover renovation costs, with the State Treasurer disbursing the funds upon proper requisitions. It is a procedural funding measure with no new policy provisions, solely authorizing state financial support for a specific local infrastructure project. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 3278 appropriates $1,000,000 from the Mississippi General Fund to Lee County for the construction of the Lee County Juvenile Detention Learning Center during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). The funds will cover construction costs for this facility, directly benefiting Lee County and its juvenile detention operations. This is a straightforward funding bill with no new policy provisions, solely providing state financial support for the project's construction.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $25,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to VFW Post 4057 in Tupelo for repairs and renovations to its facility during fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It directly funds a specific veterans' organization's physical improvements, with no broader policy changes or affected population beyond this post.

Maddy summarySB 2936 appropriates $200,000 from Mississippi's General Fund to the Tupelo City School District for a pilot program purchasing security screening for all windows and doors at Tupelo High School during fiscal year 2027. The funds cover the cost of installing the screening system, with any unused portion allowed for training teachers and students on its use. This bill directly affects Tupelo High School students, staff, and the school district by providing targeted security funding for a specific campus. The appropriation is limited to the 2026-2027 fiscal year and does not create new permanent funding.

Maddy summarySB 2979 appropriates $266,000 from Mississippi's General Fund for the City of Baldwyn to cover costs of refurbishing a municipal building that functions as both a fire station and a polling precinct in Lee County. The funds are designated for the fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). This is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions, directly supporting the city's operational needs for a building serving emergency and civic functions.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $305,000 from the state General Fund to Lee County for storm shelters at community centers, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. It directly affects Lee County residents who use community centers by funding physical shelter infrastructure to protect against severe weather. The key mechanism is a one-time state funding allocation, paid through the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions, with no new requirements or regulations created.