Extend condolences of Senate on passing of legendary Meridian broadcaster John Wesley Johnson.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 118) expressing the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of John Wesley Johnson, a longtime Meridian TV news broadcaster and community leader. It commends his 32-year career at WTOK-TV, his service on local boards, and his contributions to journalism and education. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it serves as a formal tribute to honor his legacy. It was adopted by the Senate in March 2025.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Mar 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 18, 2025
Last action Mar 25, 2025
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Floor votes · Senate Mar 25, 2025
How they voted
50–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 51
Mar 25, 2025
D
Democratic16
93% Yea
R
Republican35
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
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Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 25, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted
upper
Mar 24, 2025
Upper · Passed
Title Suff Do Be Adopted
upper
Mar 18, 2025
Committee
Referred To Rules
upper
1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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