Matt McDonnell; comend upon retirement as Executive Director of the MS Coast Coliseum and Convention Center.
This is a ceremonial House Resolution (not a bill) honoring Matt McDonnell upon his retirement as Executive Director of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center after 40 years of service. It recognizes his career at the facility since 1986, including roles as Director of Operations, Assistant Executive Director, and Executive Director, as well as his prior work in event management, public service as an Ocean Springs Alderman, and business ventures. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation with no legal effect or direct impact on any individuals or policies.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2026
Last action Feb 27, 2026
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The bill title was updated from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House' to reflect that the House has approved the legislation. The resolution's subtitle was added to clarify its purpose as a recognition and commendation for Matt McDonnell's retirement. These are primarily procedural and formatting changes rather than substantive policy modifications.
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Title header changed from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House' to indicate the bill has passed its initial House vote
Added subtitle '(As Adopted by House)' to clarify the bill's current legislative status
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Feb 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Title Suff Do Be Adopted
lower
Feb 24, 2026
Committee
Referred To Rules
lower
1 primary · 7 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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