Sen. Nicole Boyd

Maddy summarySB 2871 expands Mississippi's existing tax credit program to allow individuals and businesses to claim a credit for donations to preschool and prekindergarten programs serving children who are at least three years old. The credit applies to contributions made to approved providers, lead partners, or collaboratives (including public school programs), with annual funding limits capped at $32 million after 2016. Donors must submit receipts to the Mississippi Department of Revenue for verification, and unused credits can be carried forward for up to three years. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026, directly affecting taxpayers making qualifying contributions to eligible early childhood education programs.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 47) commending South Panola High School's Air Force JROTC Drone Team for winning its third consecutive Grand Championship in a single season. The resolution recognizes their historic achievement of securing three major titles - becoming the first team in school history to do so - along with ranking among the top 4 in the nation and top 50 globally for drone competitions. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally honors the team's discipline, teamwork, and leadership as expressed through a symbolic resolution presented to the students, coaches, and school administration.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 46) honoring the South Panola High School Junior Varsity Cheer Team for winning their first UCA National Cheer Championship at the 2026 competition in Orlando. It specifically recognizes their achievement as the first UCA National title in the school's history and lists the team members and coaches. The resolution has no policy changes or legal effect - it serves only to formally commend the team, coaches, and school community. It will be presented to the team and school officials but does not alter any laws or impact any stakeholders beyond this ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summarySB 2306 requires Mississippi's Commission on School Accreditation (under the State Board of Education) to create rules governing school board members' professional conduct and establish penalties for violations. It directly affects all Mississippi school board members, authorizing the Department of Education to direct school boards to reduce or remove a member's compensation if they violate these rules. The bill creates a new subcommittee to assist with reviewing and addressing conduct violations. This law establishes a formal process for holding school board members accountable through financial penalties for misconduct, rather than changing educational standards or funding. The rules and penalties will take effect starting July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2371 moves Mississippi's child care facility licensing oversight from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services. It requires the new agency to follow the same fee guidelines as the previous department and submit a report to the legislature by October 2026 if additional staff or resources are needed for oversight. This change directly affects all child care facilities licensed under state law, as the agency responsible for enforcement will now be Human Services. The bill also updates legal references to remove licensing duties from the Department of Health's responsibilities and add them to Human Services' mandate.

Maddy summarySB 2033 would restore Medicaid reimbursement for inpatient hospital services provided to children under 21 at a specific border city university-affiliated pediatric teaching hospital. It deletes a 2024 repeal that had ended this payment requirement, ensuring the hospital continues to receive state Medicaid funds for eligible pediatric care. This change directly affects the designated hospital and its patients, maintaining existing coverage without altering broader Medicaid rules. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and would not have changed other Medicaid reimbursement structures.

Maddy summarySB 2045 creates a study committee to examine the impact of student loan debt on Mississippi residents and develop recommendations for reducing it. The committee, composed of state officials and legislative leaders, will analyze data on debt levels, home ownership effects, and workforce impacts like teacher retention. It must submit a final report to the legislature by December 1, 2026, with findings on how student debt affects Mississippians. This bill does not implement policy changes but sets a process for future legislative action.

Maddy summarySB 2241 would provide an annual $6,000 salary supplement plus fringe benefits to occupational therapists working in Mississippi public schools. To qualify, therapists must hold National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) registration, work for a local school district or the State Board of Education, and not serve as administrators. The supplement would be added to their existing base salary under Mississippi's teacher pay scale. This policy mirrors existing supplemental pay provisions for certified teachers, nurses, and counselors already in state law.

Maddy summarySB 2352 allows Mississippi municipalities, police departments, and sheriff's offices to contract with private nonprofit school boards to provide certified law enforcement security services. The bill directly affects private nonprofit schools by enabling them to access off-duty police officers for campus security, who may wear official uniforms and use department equipment under agreed terms. Key provisions include requiring school districts to secure liability insurance that indemnifies the law enforcement agency, and mandating that agencies only approve uniform/equipment use if insurance covers the jurisdiction. The law would take effect July 1, 2026, but died in committee in February 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2351 is a procedural bill that reorganizes existing Mississippi Code sections related to licensing for child welfare services. It moves specific provisions (like those governing foster homes, child-placing agencies, and residential child-care facilities) to a new location in the code for potential future amendments. The bill does not change current licensing rules but consolidates related sections under one part of the code. It directly affects foster homes, child-placing agencies, and residential child-care facilities that require state licensing. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and never became law.