This bill is a Senate resolution that recognizes the value of voluntary conservation easements for protecting wildlife habitats on private land in Mississippi. It honors the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses for their work in supporting these conservation efforts and private property rights. The resolution does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the importance of these voluntary agreements. It expresses appreciation for the organization's contributions to wildlife habitat protection and private land management.
This bill restores the right to vote to Hillary Ivy of Neshoba County, Mississippi, who had previously lost her voting rights due to a 2016 conviction for false pretense. The legislation states that Ivy has completed her sentence and has since behaved as a law-abiding citizen, making her eligible to vote again. Once passed, the law takes effect immediately, allowing Ivy to participate in elections without further restrictions.
This bill authorizes the Forrest County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi to purchase radar speed detection equipment for the county sheriff's department. The equipment would be used to enforce speed limits on public county roads and state highways located outside city limits. The sheriff and deputies would be required to ensure the radar devices are properly certified, calibrated, and operated according to state laws and training standards. This legislation allows the county to use available funds for the purchase and enables law enforcement to utilize radar technology for traffic enforcement in unincorporated areas.
This bill authorizes Lowndes County, Mississippi, to create an industrial zone emergency response district near the Golden Triangle Regional Airport to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other emergency services to local industrial businesses. The district would be established through a county board resolution requiring a petition from industrial taxpayers representing at least 80% of the area's economic participation, followed by public notice and a hearing. Once created, the district would levy special assessments based on property value and employee count to fund its operations, issue bonds for construction or equipment, and enjoy tax exemptions on its property and revenue. The bill also outlines procedures for appointing commissioners, defining the district's powers and duties, and providing for its eventual dissolution.
This Senate Resolution encourages education and outreach efforts to inform the public about the role of regulated trapping in wildlife management. It directs the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, along with state officials and media outlets, to promote awareness of how trapping supports ecosystem balance, species recovery, and habitat protection. The resolution does not change laws or create new regulations but serves as a formal statement supporting current trapping practices and their conservation benefits.
This Senate resolution expresses support for transferring authority from the U.S. Department of Education to state governments and urges Congress to cooperate with that goal. The document cites the Tenth Amendment as constitutional basis for state control over education, which is not a federal responsibility. It references concerns about federal regulations and spending while highlighting declining student reading scores as context for why states should manage education policy. The resolution is non-binding and serves as a formal statement of position rather than creating new laws or funding changes.
This bill authorizes the Yazoo County Board of Supervisors to create a new organization called the Yazoo Economic Alliance to manage economic and industrial development within the county. The Alliance would be governed by five trustees who can either be the supervisors themselves or independently appointed qualified residents, and it would have the power to acquire land, build infrastructure, and sell or lease property to businesses for industrial or commercial use. The legislation also allows the county to dissolve its existing economic development district and requires trustees to serve without pay while reimbursing their actual expenses.
This House Resolution urges the State of Mississippi to adopt a Temporary Workers' Bill of Rights that would establish protections for temporary staffing workers. The proposed guidelines include requirements for living wages, clear pay information, and safety training, while prohibiting fees for background checks and banning forced arbitration or non-compete agreements. It also mandates that temporary assignments cannot exceed 90 days, after which workers must be offered full-time permanent employment with benefits. The resolution aims to address issues like discrimination and requires staffing agencies to publish employment data for transparency.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes and commends the Walnut High School Lady Wildcats Soccer Team for winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 2A State Championship. The resolution praises the team's athletic achievements and acknowledges the contributions of Head Coach Kelley Hopper in leading the team to victory. Copies of the resolution will be provided to the team and local media outlets. This document serves as an official commendation rather than a law that changes policy or regulations.
This bill restores the right to vote to Teddy Null, a resident of Alcorn County, Mississippi, who had previously lost his voting rights due to criminal convictions. The legislation specifically addresses his three prior convictions for offenses including receiving stolen property, operating a chop shop, and conspiracy, noting that he has completed his sentences and been discharged from the Department of Corrections. By passing this act, the Mississippi Legislature formally removes the legal barrier preventing Null from participating in elections. The bill contains no additional policy mechanisms beyond reinstating his eligibility to vote.
This bill restores voting rights to Tony Lavell Smith of Noxubee County, Mississippi, who had been disqualified from voting due to a 2006 grand larceny conviction. The legislation states that Smith has completed his probation and conducted himself as a law-abiding citizen since being discharged in 2009. If passed, the act would immediately remove the voting restriction that resulted from his criminal conviction. This measure is a specific restoration of civil rights for one individual rather than a broad policy change affecting the general electorate.
This bill restores the right to vote to Jennifer Miles of Winston County, Mississippi, who had previously lost her voting rights due to a 2008 conviction for grand larceny. The legislation formally recognizes that Miles has completed her five-year sentence and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen. Upon passage, the act immediately reinstates her eligibility to vote in state and federal elections. This measure addresses the specific case of one individual rather than changing broader voting laws for the general population.
