Sen. Neil Whaley

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summarySB 2632 is a procedural bill that reorganizes existing sections of Mississippi's Emergency Management Law (Mississippi Code of 1972) by moving specific code sections (33-15-1 through 33-15-53) to new positions in the code. It does not change the content or policy of these sections, which cover definitions, purposes, and structure of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The bill’s sole purpose is to facilitate future amendments by updating the code’s numbering. This reorganization affects the legal code itself, not individuals or entities, and requires no action from the public or agencies.

Maddy summaryThis bill restores the right to vote to Dennis Hopkins of Marshall County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified in 1998 after being convicted of grand larceny and burglary. The legislation formally recognizes that Hopkins completed his prison sentence and all conditions of his probation by April 2001 and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026, allowing Hopkins to register and vote in upcoming elections.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the Marshall County Board of Supervisors to give up to $7,500 per year to the Byhalia Area Arts Council, a local nonprofit arts organization. It extends the legal authority for these contributions until July 1, 2028, and increases the annual funding limit from a previous amount. The change applies only to Marshall County officials who may choose to use this funding for the arts council. The bill does not require the county to provide any money, only that it has the legal option to do so if they wish.

Maddy summarySB 2637 amends Mississippi law to specify that the Northeast District livestock show may be held anywhere within its 18-county area (including Alcorn, Benton, Lee, and others), removing any prior requirement for a specific host city. This directly affects livestock show organizers and county officials in the Northeast District by providing clear flexibility for event planning. The key provision changes Section 69-5-103 to explicitly state the show must be held "within the Northeast District," aligning with current practice but formalizing the location flexibility. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2898 directs the State Treasurer and State Fiscal Officer to transfer $20 million from Mississippi's Capital Expense Fund to the Disaster Assistance Trust Fund upon the bill's effective date. This technical amendment reallocates existing state funds without creating new programs or changing eligibility for disaster assistance. The transfer affects state budget accounting by moving money between two designated funds (Fund No. 6499C00000 to Fund No. 3372500000) to support disaster response resources. The bill has no direct impact on citizens or businesses but modifies how state funds are allocated. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team for their multiple national championship wins at the 2026 UCA and UDA College National Championships in Orlando, Florida. The resolution specifically recognizes the team's first-place finishes in the Open Co-Ed Game Day, Open All-Girl Cheer, and Open Small Coed Cheer divisions, as well as their second-place finish in the Open All-Girl Game Day division. It highlights the program's nine total national championships under Head Coach Brandon Casey and Assistant Coach Rainy Bordelon, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes. The resolution is presented to the team's coaches, the college president, and the Capitol Press Corps to publicly recognize their achievements and bring pride to the institution and state.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Basketball Team for winning the NJCAA Region 23 Championship and achieving an outstanding 2025-2026 season. The resolution formally recognizes the team's accomplishments, including their 23-8 overall record and historic first national tournament appearance since 2005. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team, coach, college administration, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial document that honors athletic achievement without creating new policy or changing laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution recognizes the Magnolia Heights School Chiefs baseball team and head coach Chris McMinn for winning their seventh consecutive MAIS 5A state championship and holding the No. 1 ranking in 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges the team's decade-long success, specific player achievements, and contributions to the school and community without changing any laws or policies. It is a ceremonial document intended to honor the team's accomplishments and is to be presented to the coach and school administration for public recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes and congratulates the Northwest Mississippi Community College Rangers Women's Soccer Team for winning back-to-back national championships and achieving the highest team GPA in the nation. The resolution acknowledges the team's athletic success, including their 2025 season record of 21 wins, one loss, and one draw, as well as their academic excellence and consistent performance in regional and national competitions. It also honors the coaching staff and institutional support that contributed to these accomplishments. The document is presented to the college administration, the team, and the coaching staff as a gesture of appreciation for their achievements.