This Senate Resolution honors Confederate Memorial Day and commemorates Mississippians who served and died during the American Civil War. It encourages citizens to reflect on the sacrifices made during that era and promotes unity and understanding among all people. The resolution also directs that the 1894 Mississippi State Flag be displayed on state buildings and grounds as a symbol of remembrance. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law that changes existing policies or creates new legal obligations.
This bill authorizes Lee County, Mississippi, to purchase radar speed detection equipment for use by the sheriff's department. The equipment would be used to enforce speed limits in school zones located on county roads and state highways outside city limits. A school zone is defined as areas near school buildings, grounds, or where school-related activities take place. The county board of supervisors must approve the purchase using available funds, and the sheriff and deputies would operate the radar devices to monitor vehicle speeds.
This bill restores the right to vote to Cleveland Stallworth of Jackson County, Mississippi, who had been disenfranchised due to past felony convictions. The legislation specifically addresses his criminal history, including convictions for robbery, drug possession, assault, burglary, and grand larceny, noting that he was released from parole in 2015 and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen. By passing this act, the Mississippi Legislature removes the legal barrier preventing Stallworth from participating in elections, allowing him to register and cast ballots. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and applies only to this individual without changing broader voting laws.
This Senate Resolution from Mississippi formally condemns the assassination of Charles "Charlie" Kirk and all forms of political violence. The bill directly affects the state legislature and calls for a public statement honoring Kirk's legacy while expressing condolences to his family. It does not create new laws or policies but instead serves as a symbolic gesture to denounce politically motivated violence and promote peaceful discourse. The resolution is transmitted to Kirk's family, state officials, and the press corps to publicly record the legislature's stance on the issue.
This bill restores the right to vote to Joseph Jones of Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified from voting in 2002 due to felony convictions for armed robbery and grand larceny. The legislation formally recognizes that Jones completed all terms of his prison sentence and probation on May 1, 2012, and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen. By restoring his suffrage, the bill removes the voting restriction that resulted from his past criminal convictions, allowing him to participate in elections. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies specifically to this individual rather than changing voting laws for the general population.
This bill authorizes Lee County's Board of Supervisors to decide whether the county sheriff's department can use radar speed detection devices in school zones. If the board approves by a unanimous vote, they will establish rules for how the sheriff's department can use these radar units on county roads outside city limits when schools are in session. The law defines school zones as roadways near or along school buildings and grounds where school activities take place. This legislation gives local officials the power to regulate speed enforcement in areas where student safety is a concern.
This bill authorizes Clay County, Mississippi, to purchase radar speed detection equipment for use by the sheriff's department. The legislation allows county officials to spend available funds on this equipment to help enforce speed limits on public roads and state highways outside city limits. If approved, the sheriff and deputies would be permitted to operate the radar devices to monitor vehicle speeds, provided the equipment is properly certified and calibrated according to state law. The bill requires that any radar technology used must meet training standards and evidentiary requirements to ensure its use in legal proceedings.
This bill extends the expiration of a repealer that previously allowed the City of Richland, Mississippi, to impose a tourism tax on bars and restaurants. The legislation authorizes the city to levy a tax of up to two percent on gross sales from bars and on the sale of food and alcoholic beverages at restaurants within city limits. Revenue collected from this tax would be dedicated to funding tourism promotion, parks, recreation, and repaying debt related to a community center construction project. Before the tax can be implemented, city officials must hold a public referendum where residents vote on whether to approve the levy. The bill also requires separate accounting for tax funds and annual audits by an independent accountant to ensure transparency.
This bill restores the right to vote to Vedo Kyles of Yazoo County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified from voting due to criminal convictions from 1995. The legislation states that Kyles has maintained good conduct as a law-abiding citizen since his release from prison in 1997 and discharge in 2000. If passed, this act removes the voting restrictions that were applied to him as a result of his past criminal sentences. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage by the legislature.
This bill restores the right to vote to Jerome Wyatt of Jones County, Mississippi, who had previously lost his voting rights due to a conviction for embezzlement. The legislation states that Wyatt completed his five-year probation sentence in 2023 and has since maintained good conduct as a law-abiding citizen. Upon passage, the act immediately reinstates his eligibility to participate in elections without requiring additional legal proceedings. This measure directly affects only the individual named in the bill and does not change Mississippi's broader voting laws or eligibility criteria for other citizens.
This bill authorizes the City of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to enter into a long-term lease agreement for city-owned property. The lease term can last up to 30 years, giving the city flexibility to manage its assets through extended leasing arrangements. The legislation applies specifically to the city's governing authorities, who will have the discretion to negotiate and finalize lease terms. Once passed, the bill takes effect immediately, allowing the city to proceed with leasing decisions without further legislative approval for each individual lease.
This bill extends the expiration date for the Hattiesburg Tourism Commission and its associated hotel/motel tax from July 1, 2027, to July 1, 2031. The legislation affects the City of Hattiesburg by maintaining a seven-member commission that will be appointed by the mayor and ratified by the city council, including representatives from the hotel industry, chamber of commerce, university, and at-large members. The commission will have authority to promote tourism and can levy a tax of up to 2% on gross overnight room rentals at hotels and motels with more than ten rooms. Collected tax funds will be used to support tourism promotion efforts, with 3% retained by the state for collection costs and the remainder dedicated to the city's tourism commission.
