Rep. Dana McLean

Maddy summaryHouse Concurrent Resolution 50 is a symbolic condemnation of the January 10, 2026, arson attack on Mississippi’s Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson. It expresses the Mississippi Legislature’s strong rejection of antisemitism and reaffirms support for the Jewish community, referencing the synagogue’s historical significance as Mississippi’s first and oldest religious structure in Jackson. The resolution has no binding policy changes - it solely serves as a formal statement of disapproval.

Maddy summaryHB 525 creates mandatory minimum prison sentences for sexual battery convictions in Mississippi, directly affecting individuals convicted of this crime and their victims. The bill sets specific minimum terms: 5 years for first offenses involving victims under 16, 10 years for repeat offenses, and life imprisonment for certain cases under Section 97-3-95(1)(d). It also requires courts to issue criminal sexual assault protection orders prohibiting offender-victim contact, mandating registry entry within 24 hours and a minimum 2-year duration post-sentence. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and applies to all sexual battery convictions under the amended statute.

Maddy summaryThis Mississippi bill authorizes the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors to create an Industrial Zone Emergency Response District to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other emergency services to industrial businesses in a specific area near the Golden Triangle Regional Airport. The district would be formed through a county resolution and a petition signed by industrial taxpayers representing at least 80% of the area's total participation factors, which are calculated based on property value and employee numbers. Once established, the district would have the power to levy special assessments on industrial property owners, issue bonds for funding, and enjoy tax exemptions on its property and revenue.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Mississippi expungement laws to prevent the sealing of felony convictions for promoting or procuring prostitution (Section 99-19-71). It allows victims of human trafficking to request courts to expunge misdemeanor or nonviolent convictions directly resulting from their victimization, waiving filing fees for these requests. The bill also clarifies that minors are not liable for nonviolent crimes committed during trafficking (Section 97-3-54.1) and provides an affirmative defense for crimes stemming from trafficking. These changes directly affect trafficking victims seeking to clear related convictions and individuals convicted of specific prostitution-related felonies.

Maddy summaryHB 420 increases homestead tax exemptions for Mississippi veterans aged 85 or older who were honorably discharged, and their unremarried surviving spouses. Currently, most homeowners receive capped tax exemptions (up to $288 for properties valued at $7,200+), but this bill removes that cap for eligible veterans and surviving spouses. It ensures they receive full exemption from all property taxes on the entire assessed value of their homestead property, not just a portion. This change directly affects qualifying elderly veterans and their surviving spouses who own homes in Mississippi. The bill amends Mississippi Code Section 27-33-75 to expand existing veteran homestead protections.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 76) is a symbolic condemnation by the Mississippi House of Representatives of the January 10, 2026, arson attack on the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi. It expresses the House's strong opposition to the antisemitic act, referencing the synagogue’s historic role as Mississippi’s oldest and only capital city synagogue since 1860. The resolution contains no new laws or funding; it solely affirms support for the congregation and rejects antisemitism. It directly addresses the Beth Israel Congregation and Mississippians, urging unity against intolerance.

Maddy summaryHB 612 creates a streamlined pathway for military health technicians to become licensed practical nurses in Mississippi. It allows individuals who completed U.S. Coast Guard Health Services Technician training plus two years of direct patient care clinical experience to qualify for licensure without completing a standard nursing program. The bill amends Mississippi’s nursing licensure law to specifically recognize military medical training and experience as meeting the required qualifications. This directly affects active and veteran military health technicians seeking to practice nursing in Mississippi after their service.

Maddy summaryHB 1117, the "Creating Transparency and Accountability in Dental Services Act," requires dental insurance companies (dental carriers) to calculate and annually report their dental loss ratio (DLR) - the percentage of premium dollars spent directly on patient dental care versus administrative costs. Dental carriers must file these reports by June 30 each year, detailing how much was spent on clinical services, unpaid claims, and recovered payments, while excluding overhead like staff salaries or network development. The Commissioner of Insurance will make these reports publicly accessible on the department's website by December 1 each year and submit aggregated data to the Insurance Committees. This applies to all dental health plans sold in Mississippi but excludes Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program, and other state-sponsored plans.

Maddy summaryHB 1402 designates a one-mile segment of Mississippi Highway 537 in Yazoo County as the "Colonel Donnell Berry Memorial Highway" to honor Colonel Donnell Berry. The Mississippi Department of Transportation will install and maintain signage along this highway segment. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026. This is a commemorative designation with no policy or funding changes.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution HR 99 formally commends Nora Roberts Miller, CPA, for her distinguished service as President of Mississippi University for Women and her contributions to higher education in Mississippi. The resolution recognizes her 17 years of leadership at the university, including her role in launching a successful capital campaign and strengthening academic programs that serve the state's workforce needs. It highlights the university's achievements under her direction, such as high graduate earnings and low student loan debt, while acknowledging her background in public service and finance. The resolution is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, intended to honor her contributions and wish her continued success.