Sen. Angela Turner-Ford

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally honors Carroll E. Rhodes for his lifetime of service to civil rights and constitutional principles in Mississippi. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official legislative commendation recognizing Rhodes' career in legal advocacy and his contributions to voting rights and democratic participation. The resolution expresses the Mississippi Legislature's gratitude and admiration for Rhodes' work and intends to present the document to him as a symbol of respect.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summarySB 2932 extends the expiration date for a Noxubee County law allowing fees on misdemeanor convictions and civil cases. The law currently requires $50 fees for implied consent violations and $25 fees for other misdemeanors or civil filings, with proceeds funding the "Noxubee County Capital Improvements Fund." This bill delays when the fee authority would automatically end, keeping the system in place longer. It directly affects residents facing misdemeanor charges or filing civil cases in Noxubee County Justice Court.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill), expressing the Mississippi Legislature's condolences to Reverend Jesse Jackson's family following his death. It honors his legacy as a civil rights leader, including his work with the NAACP, voting rights advocacy, and mentorship of Black elected officials in Mississippi. The resolution contains no policy changes or mechanisms - it solely offers symbolic sympathy through formal language. It was introduced by multiple senators and references statements from figures like President Trump, Rep. Bennie Thompson, and Jackson Mayor John Horhn.

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 Jerlean Cummings of Clay County, Mississippi, who had previously lost her voting rights due to a 1997 conviction for false pretenses. The legislation is based on the Mississippi Department of Corrections' confirmation that Cummings completed her sentence in 2000 and that no further restrictions apply to her criminal record. By removing the legal barrier from her past conviction, the bill allows her to participate in elections as a registered voter. The act takes effect immediately upon passage and applies only to this specific individual.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $909,689 from the State General Fund to cover the Mississippi Ethics Commission's operating expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It authorizes six permanent staff positions and requires the Commission to maintain detailed financial records matching its FY 2026 standards. The bill also mandates that the Commission prioritize purchasing from Mississippi Industries for the Blind when bids are equal and permits insurance purchases for agency vehicles. It does not change ethics laws or create new policies - it solely provides funding and administrative guidelines for the Commission's existing operations.

Maddy summarySB 3069 appropriates $6,391,102 from the State General Fund to cover the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission's operating expenses for fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027). It specifically allocates $25,000 for the Second Injury Fund and sets detailed spending limits for "Personal Services," including salaries for key roles: Commission Chairman ($142,200), Members ($137,800), and Administrative Law Judges ($132,900). The bill restricts how funds can be used, requiring strict adherence to headcount limits and prohibiting transfers to other budget categories, with oversight by the State Personnel Board to ensure compliance with salary and staffing rules. This is a funding measure for the Commission's existing operations, not a new policy.

Maddy summarySB 3067 appropriates $165 million from the State General Fund and $111 million from the State Treasury to fund the Mississippi Department of Public Safety for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). It allocates $153 million specifically for "Personal Services" (employee salaries, wages, and benefits) to cover 1,751 authorized positions (1,685 permanent and 66 time-limited). The bill requires that "Vacancy Funding" be used only to fill unfilled positions - not for raises, promotions, or salary increases - and mandates strict budget adherence, with the State Personnel Board monitoring compliance to prevent overspending. This funding ensures the department can operate within its allocated budget while maintaining staffing levels.