2017 Regular Session Senator Robert L. Jackson Principal Author and Co-Author Senator Robert L. Jackson District 11 ../../../members/senate/jackson_(11th).xml ../senate_p_authors/jackson_(11th).xml Principal Author Only 10/18/17 at 10:46 SB2059 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2001-2099/SB2059IN.pdf Genetically engineered salmon; prohibit sale or cultivation of. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2059.xml SB2060 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2001-2099/SB2060IN.pdf Statutory rape; relieve children who are close in age from criminal responsibility. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2060.xml SB2084 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2001-2099/SB2084IN.pdf Clarksdale Public Utilities Commission may be abolished by a majority vote of electors voting in a special election. Jackson (11th) 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2084.xml SB2088 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2001-2099/SB2088IN.pdf Official Mississippi Bicentennial song; authorize. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2088.xml SB2120 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2120IN.pdf Sales taxation; exempt sales to certain community action agencies exempt from federal income taxation. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2120.xml %$ SB2124 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2124IN.pdf Official Mississippi state song; authorize two state songs. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2124.xml SB2162 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2162IN.pdf Arrest warrant; opportunity for probable cause hearing before issuance. Hopson ../Senate_authors/Hopson.xml 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2162.xml SB2185 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2185IN.pdf Death penalty; eliminate for persons with certain intellectual disabilities. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2185.xml SB2186 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2186IN.pdf Statutory rape; must be knowing and willful. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2186.xml SB2187 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2187IN.pdf Counties & municipalities; authorize to levy a penalty for the late payment of garbage fees. Browning ../Senate_authors/Browning.xml 02/09 (S) Died On Calendar ../history/SB/SB2187.xml % SB2194 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2100-2199/SB2194SG.pdf Uniform Controlled Substance Law; revise schedules. Jordan ../Senate_authors/Jordan.xml 03/27 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2194.xml * SB2214 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2214SG.pdf Acupuncture Practice Act; extend repealer and make technical amendments. Burton ../Senate_authors/Burton.xml 03/27 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2214.xml * SB2232 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2232IN.pdf Towing; limit charges. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2232.xml SB2233 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2233IN.pdf Law enforcement training expenses; revise time for reimbursement of formerly employing entity. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2233.xml SB2234 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2234IN.pdf Charitable solicitation; revise reporting period. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2234.xml SB2235 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2235IN.pdf Assistant teachers; increase salaries for. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2235.xml SB2262 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2262IN.pdf Carbon monoxide detectors in all public and nonpublic schools; require. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2262.xml SB2266 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2266IN.pdf Unused leave accumulated by teacher who transfers to another school district; may be credited for retirement purposes. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2266.xml SB2267 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2267IN.pdf Alcoholic beverages; reduce privilege tax for package retailer's permits for locations in cities with a population of 5,000 or less. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2267.xml %$ SB2268 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2268IN.pdf Railroad right-of-way; unlawful to enter and remain upon without the permission of the owner or operator of the railroad. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2268.xml SB2269 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2269IN.pdf Arrest; require probable cause hearing for legislators. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2269.xml SB2270 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2270IN.pdf Payroll date for school district employees; authorize semimonthly payroll in discretion of local school board. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2270.xml SB2271 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2271SG.pdf Hunting & fishing; waive for veterans with certain disabilities when participating in certain events. Hopson ../Senate_authors/Hopson.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2271.xml * SB2273 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2273SG.pdf Cursive reading and writing; direct State Board of Education to require in elementary education curriculum. Hill ../Senate_authors/Hill.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2273.xml * SB2274 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2274PS.pdf Mississippi Development Authority; authorize to dispose of projects and pay certain costs related to such disposal. Fillingane ../Senate_authors/Fillingane.xml 03/07 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2274.xml * SB2283 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2283IN.pdf Mississippi Death With Dignity Act; enact. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2283.xml SB2299 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2200-2299/SB2299PS.pdf Mississippi Electronic Protection Licensing Act; revise exemptions from licensure. Wilemon ../Senate_authors/Wilemon.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2299.xml * SB2305 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2305SG.pdf Move Over Law; include rural mail carriers. Hill ../Senate_authors/Hill.xml 03/20 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2305.xml * SB2322 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2322IN.pdf Sales tax; divert an additional amount to cities to be used to fund infrastructure projects. Parker ../Senate_authors/Parker.xml 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2322.xml SB2324 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2324PS.pdf Nissan Scholarship Program; authorize Postsecondary Education Financial Assistance Board to administer. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2324.xml SB2355 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2355IN.pdf Counties, municipalities and school districts; require to publish their annual budget online. Simmons (12th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(12th).xml 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2355.xml SB2384 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2384PS.pdf Public purchasing; require advertisement of bids on the DFA procurement portal. Wilemon ../Senate_authors/Wilemon.xml 03/23 (S) Died On Calendar ../history/SB/SB2384.xml * SB2388 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2300-2399/SB2388PS.pdf Domestic abuse protection orders; revise appellate procedure. Wiggins ../Senate_authors/Wiggins.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2388.xml * SB2423 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2400-2499/SB2423SG.pdf Mississippi Securities Act; clarify grounds for discipline for violations of. Fillingane ../Senate_authors/Fillingane.xml 03/20 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2423.xml SB2474 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2400-2499/SB2474SG.pdf Mississippi Business Finance Corporation; extend repeal date on authority to issue bonds to finance economic development projects. Burton ../Senate_authors/Burton.xml 03/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2474.xml SB2483 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2400-2499/SB2483PS.pdf Divorce; bona fide separation as a ground for. Tindell ../Senate_authors/Tindell.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2483.xml * SB2503 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2503IN.pdf City of Clarksdale; authorize Clarksdale Public Utilities Commission to transfer funds to the city. Jackson (11th) 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2503.xml SB2519 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2519SG.pdf Municipal ordinance regulating or restricting parking; change signage requirement. Michel ../Senate_authors/Michel.xml 03/20 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2519.xml * SB2520 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2520PS.pdf Youth court records; parents have right to redacted copies. Hill ../Senate_authors/Hill.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2520.xml SB2536 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2536PS.pdf Municipal appointments; clarify service limitation period for certain hold-over and interim appointments. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2536.xml * SB2564 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2564SG.pdf State buildings; rename the MDEQ Building on Amite Street as the "Patrick Alan Nunnelee Building." McMahan ../Senate_authors/McMahan.xml 03/27 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2564.xml * SB2612 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2612SG.pdf Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law; revise provisions regarding leisure and recreation districts. Michel ../Senate_authors/Michel.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2612.xml * SB2622 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2622IN.pdf Equine riders; require helmet for certain minors on incremental basis. Chassaniol ../Senate_authors/Chassaniol.xml 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2622.xml SB2635 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2635PS.pdf Public purchasing; require public entities to provide option to electronically submit bids for public works. Polk ../Senate_authors/Polk.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2635.xml SB2639 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2639PS.pdf Quitman County property; authorize transfer of certain parcel of to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Marks. Jackson (11th) 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2639.xml SB2664 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2664SG.pdf Marine Resources; require a nonresident to meet licensing requirements before receiving a Mississippi commercial fishing license. Gollott ../Senate_authors/Gollott.xml 03/27 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2664.xml SB2680 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2680SG.pdf Abused and neglected children; clarify alternative of relative care. Hill ../Senate_authors/Hill.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2680.xml * SB2689 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2600-2699/SB2689SG.pdf Campaign funds; prohibit personal use of. Doty ../Senate_authors/Doty.xml 04/11 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2689.xml * SB2703 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2700-2799/SB2703PS.pdf Divorce; domestic violence as a ground for. Doty ../Senate_authors/Doty.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2703.xml * SB2849 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2800-2899/SB2849IN.pdf Optional retirement program; authorize participant to join PERS under certain circumstances. Jordan ../Senate_authors/Jordan.xml 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2849.xml SB2855 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2800-2899/SB2855PS.pdf Residential builders/remodelers; revise licensing law. Massey ../Senate_authors/Massey.xml 02/28 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2855.xml SB2857 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2800-2899/SB2857PS.pdf Memorial highways; designate certain segments of highways as. Tollison ../Senate_authors/Tollison.xml 03/10 (H) Died On Calendar ../history/SB/SB2857.xml * SB2859 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2800-2899/SB2859PS.pdf Memorial highways; designate various segments of highways as memorial highways. Norwood ../Senate_authors/Norwood.xml 03/10 (H) Died On Calendar ../history/SB/SB2859.xml * SB2860 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2800-2899/SB2860IN.pdf Highways; require MDOT to erect signs along certain highways to inform motorists that texting while driving is illegal. Jackson (11th) 01/31 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2860.xml SB2911 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2911SG.pdf MS Securities Act; provide additional post-registration requirements to prevent exploitation of vulnerable persons. Doty ../Senate_authors/Doty.xml 03/27 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2911.xml * SB2925 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2925IN.pdf City of Clarksdale; Clarksdale Public Utilities Comm. may be abolished by majority vote of electors voting at a special election. Jackson (11th) 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2925.xml SB2931 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2931IN.pdf Bonds; authorize the issuance of to assist in the construction of a passenger train depot in Marks, MS. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2931.xml %$ SB2935 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2935IN.pdf Bonds; authorize issuance of to assist Marks, MS in the construction of a building to house a community center and its city hall. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2935.xml %$ SB2936 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2936IN.pdf Bonds; authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds to assist Delta Blues Museum's installation of permanent exhibits. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2936.xml %$ SB2937 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2937IN.pdf Sales tax; exempt sales to Head Start programs. Jackson (11th) 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2937.xml %$ SB2942 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2942IN.pdf Coahoma County; authorize extension of the lease of healthcare-related facilities on county property. Simmons (12th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(12th).xml 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB2942.xml SB2979 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2979SG.pdf Appropriation; Chiropractic Examiners, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2979.xml * SB2980 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2980SG.pdf Appropriation; Dental Examiners, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2980.xml * SB2981 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2981SG.pdf Appropriation; Funeral Services Board. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2981.xml * SB2982 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2982SG.pdf Appropriation; Massage Therapy, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2982.xml * SB2983 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2983SG.pdf Appropriation; Pharmacy, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2983.xml * SB2984 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2984SG.pdf Appropriation; Counselors, Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2984.xml * SB2985 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2985SG.pdf Appropriation; Veterinary Examiners, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/13 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2985.xml * SB2992 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2992SG.pdf Appropriation; Agriculture and Commerce, Department of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2992.xml * SB2993 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2993SG.pdf Appropriation; Egg Marketing Board. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2993.xml * SB2994 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2994SG.pdf Appropriation; Animal Health, Board of. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2994.xml * SB2995 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2995SG.pdf Appropriation; Fair and Coliseum Commission. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2995.xml * SB2996 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/2900-2999/SB2996SG.pdf Appropriation; Fair and Coliseum Commission - Livestock shows. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 04/18 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB2996.xml * SB3017 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/3000-3099/SB3017IN.pdf Holmes County; authorize establishment of "The Municipal Historical Hamlet of West Hill." Jordan ../Senate_authors/Jordan.xml 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB3017.xml SB3032 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/3000-3099/SB3032IN.pdf Tax Payer Pay Raise Act; remove phase out of income & franchise tax & remove deduction of federal employment tax. Simmons (12th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(12th).xml 02/22 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB3032.xml %$ SB3039 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/3000-3099/SB3039IN.pdf Coahoma County; clarify to whom economic development authority may sell, lease, exchange, etc., certain industrial sites. Jackson (11th) 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SB/SB3039.xml SB3058 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SB/3000-3099/SB3058SG.pdf Coahoma County; authorize annual contributions to Spring Initiative, Inc. Jackson (11th) 04/05 Approved by Governor ../history/SB/SB3058.xml * SC 504 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0504SG.pdf Commend the life and honor the military, civic and charitable service of Eugene S. Clarke, III, of Hollandale, Mississippi. Hopson ../Senate_authors/Hopson.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0504.xml SC 514 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0514SG.pdf Mourn the passing of Civil Rights Advocate and retired Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi Duncan Gray, Jr. Blount ../Senate_authors/Blount.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0514.xml SC 515 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0515SG.pdf Honoring the Gospel music excellence of Lee Williams & The Spiritual QC's of Tupelo, Mississippi. Browning ../Senate_authors/Browning.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0515.xml SC 517 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0517SG.pdf Mourn the passing and recognize the legacy of Dr. Norman C. Nelson as transformative leader of UMMC. Michel ../Senate_authors/Michel.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0517.xml SC 519 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0519SG.pdf Recognize Warrant Officer Jessi McCormick of Olive Branch as first female Apache Helicopter Pilot in the MS. National Guard. Parker ../Senate_authors/Parker.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0519.xml SC 520 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0520SG.pdf Honor military service of Mississippi National Guard Adjutant General Augustus L. (Leon)Collins. Wilemon ../Senate_authors/Wilemon.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0520.xml SC 521 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0521SG.pdf Mourn the passing and salute the WWII Fighter Pilot service of former Biloxi Mayor and State Representative Jerry O'Keefe. Gollott ../Senate_authors/Gollott.xml 02/02 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0521.xml SC 523 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0523SG.pdf Commend Delta State University "Statesmen" Baseball Team and Coach Mike Kinnison for 13th Gulf South Conference Championship. Dearing ../Senate_authors/Dearing.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0523.xml SC 526 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0526SG.pdf Recognize Southern Mississippi Alum Tori Bowie for spectacular win of Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals in the 2016 Rio Olympics. Fillingane ../Senate_authors/Fillingane.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0526.xml SC 527 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0527SG.pdf Commend civil and spiritual leadership of Presbyterian Christian School founding Board Member Jere Gunn. Fillingane ../Senate_authors/Fillingane.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0527.xml SC 530 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0530PS.pdf Congratulate Indiana State Representative Cherrish Pryor from Holly Springs upon her election as Chair of Indiana Black Caucus. Stone ../Senate_authors/Stone.xml 03/29 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SC/SC0530.xml SC 532 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0532SG.pdf Recognize Janice Mitchell longtime Congressional Constituent Aide, on the occasion of her retirement. Frazier ../Senate_authors/Frazier.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0532.xml SC 533 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0533SG.pdf Commend Miss Black Mississippi 2016 Robin Y. Jackson who placed at the National Miss Black America Pageant Second Runner-Up. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/02 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0533.xml SC 537 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0537SG.pdf Extend sympathy to the bereaved family of Colonel William Eugene Berry, U.S. Army (Retired) who passed away on October 18, 2016. Caughman ../Senate_authors/Caughman.xml 02/02 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0537.xml SC 539 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0539SG.pdf Recognize February 23, 2017, as "Rotary Day in Mississippi." Burton ../Senate_authors/Burton.xml 02/02 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0539.xml SC 541 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0541SG.pdf Pay tribute to the memory and illustrious career of Mississippi Sports Legend Dave Meadow "Boo" Ferriss. Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 01/31 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0541.xml SC 552 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0552SG.pdf Honoring President Barack Obama as he leaves office and his historic legacy as the first African-American President of the US. Simmons (13th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(13th).xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0552.xml SC 557 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0557SG.pdf Honor the legacy of Dr. Robert Smith as hero of health care in Mississippi during the Civil Rights Era. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0557.xml SC 558 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0558SG.pdf Recognize AARP Mississippi on the occasion of "AARP Day at the Capitol." Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/09 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0558.xml SC 559 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0559SG.pdf Recognize Dr. William R. (Bill) Ferris as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0559.xml SC 562 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0562SG.pdf Designate May 2017 as "Mental Health Awareness Month in Mississippi." Blackmon ../Senate_authors/Blackmon.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0562.xml SC 570 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0570SG.pdf Commend Wilk-Amite County Youth Action Network, Inc., for developing Youth Programs. Witherspoon ../Senate_authors/Witherspoon.xml 02/09 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0570.xml SC 572 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0572SG.pdf Commend West Point High School "Green Wave" Football Team for winning 8th State Championship. Turner-Ford ../Senate_authors/Turner-Ford.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0572.xml SC 573 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0573SG.pdf Extend condolences and recognize sports career of Delta State University Star Athlete Fred A. Foster of Natchez, Mississippi. Dearing ../Senate_authors/Dearing.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0573.xml SC 575 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0575SG.pdf Recognize the legacy of the Robert and Madonna Snow family as pioneers of historic preservation in Mississippi at Waverly Mansion. Turner-Ford ../Senate_authors/Turner-Ford.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0575.xml SC 576 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0576SG.pdf Pay tribute to the memory of noted Mississippi Attorney and Civic Leader Jerry Hafter. Simmons (12th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(12th).xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0576.xml SC 577 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0577SG.pdf Recognize Jim McIngvale, Director of Communications for Ingalls, as new Chairman of MMA. Wiggins ../Senate_authors/Wiggins.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0577.xml SC 578 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0578SG.pdf Commend Kemper County High School "Wildcats" Football Team and Coach Chris Jones for first State Championship. Jackson (32nd) ../Senate_authors/Jackson_(32nd).xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0578.xml SC 579 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0579SG.pdf Celebrate 38th Anniversary of Delta Blues Museum in Clarksdale. Jackson (11th) 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0579.xml SC 580 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0580SG.pdf Recognize Mississippi Opera as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for Artistic Excellence. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0580.xml SC 581 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0581SG.pdf Recognize Vasti Jackson as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for serving as Arts Ambassador for the State of Mississippi. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0581.xml SC 582 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0582SG.pdf Recognize Jaimoe J. Johnson as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Music. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/09 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0582.xml SC 583 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0583SG.pdf Recognize Sammy Britt as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Visual Art. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/14 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0583.xml SC 584 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0584SG.pdf Recognize Lucy Richardson Janoush as recipient of the 2017 Governor's Arts Award for Leadership as an Arts Patron. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/09 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0584.xml SC 585 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0585SG.pdf Congratulate USM "Golden Eagles" Football Team for winning 2016 New Orleans Bowl. Fillingane ../Senate_authors/Fillingane.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0585.xml SC 589 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0589SG.pdf Commend JSU Music Professor Dr. Johnny Anthony for outstanding contributions to the field of music. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0589.xml SC 590 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0590SG.pdf Congratulating Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., on the occasion of "2017 AKA Day" at the Mississippi State Capitol. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0590.xml SC 591 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0591SG.pdf Recognize the dedication of the St. Paul Church of God in Christ Historical Marker and Museum in Lexington, Mississippi. Jordan ../Senate_authors/Jordan.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0591.xml SC 595 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0595SG.pdf Recognize Mississippi Industries for the Blind and Executive Director Michael Chew. Burton ../Senate_authors/Burton.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0595.xml SC 598 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0598SG.pdf Recognize U.S. Navy Commander (Retd.) Randy Reeves as President of Natl Assn of State Directors of Veterans Affairs (NASVA). Clarke ../Senate_authors/Clarke.xml 02/24 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0598.xml SC 614 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0614SG.pdf Recognize military service of CW4 Kelly B. Pipkin of Coldwater, MS, on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Army. Jackson (11th) 03/07 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0614.xml SC 616 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0616SG.pdf Commend PRCC student Andrew Burks as the first Mississippian to win the Roy Cooper World Championship Junior Calf Roping Competition. Hill ../Senate_authors/Hill.xml 03/23 (S) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0616.xml SC 620 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0620SG.pdf Commend 2016-2017 Mississippi School for the Deaf Athletic Accomplishments. Tollison ../Senate_authors/Tollison.xml 03/23 (S) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0620.xml SC 621 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0621SG.pdf Extend condolences of the Legislature to the bereaved family of Legendary Basketball Coach Orsmond Jordan. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 03/23 (S) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0621.xml SC 622 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0622SG.pdf Commend Alcorn State University Women's Tennis Team for winning SWAC. Simmons (13th) ../Senate_authors/Simmons_(13th).xml 03/23 (S) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0622.xml SC 629 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0629SG.pdf Recognize distinguished law enforcement career of MHP Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Myers. Kirby ../Senate_authors/Kirby.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0629.xml SC 630 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0630SG.pdf Recognize historic military service of Bradford Clark Freeman, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge with 101st Airborne Division. Younger ../Senate_authors/Younger.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0630.xml SC 631 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0631PS.pdf Designate March 2017 as "Women's History Month in Mississippi." Dawkins ../Senate_authors/Dawkins.xml 03/29 (H) Died In Committee ../history/SC/SC0631.xml SC 633 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0633SG.pdf Designate March 23, 2017, as "Undergraduate Research Day in Mississippi." Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0633.xml SC 634 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0634SG.pdf Designate April 21, 2017, as "Donate Life Day in Mississippi" to promote organ, eye and tissue transplantation. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0634.xml SC 635 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0635SG.pdf Commend Suzuki Strings Advanced Ensemble of Columbus, Mississippi, on their historic performance in Carnegie Hall. Younger ../Senate_authors/Younger.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0635.xml SC 636 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0636SG.pdf Recognize public policy legacy of Mississippi Economic Council CEO Blake Wilson on the occasion of his retirement. Michel ../Senate_authors/Michel.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0636.xml SC 637 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0637SG.pdf Recognize former MSU Quarterback Dak Prescott as NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year for 2016-2017. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0637.xml SC 639 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0639SG.pdf Recognize legacy and service of Honorable Larry Houchins on occasion of retirement as Executive Director of The Mississippi Bar. Hopson ../Senate_authors/Hopson.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0639.xml SC 641 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0641SG.pdf Commend Velma Jackson High School Boys Basketball Team for fourth State Championship in five years. Blackmon ../Senate_authors/Blackmon.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0641.xml SC 642 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0642SG.pdf Recognize Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) for health care research grants in Mississippi Delta. Chassaniol ../Senate_authors/Chassaniol.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0642.xml SC 643 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0643SG.pdf Recognize outstanding military service of Lt. Col. Bert E. Sullivan, Jr., on occasion of retirement from Ms Air National Guard. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0643.xml SC 644 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0644SG.pdf Recognize outstanding career of veteran MSU "Bulldog" Sportscaster Jim Ellis on the occasion of his retirement. Harkins ../Senate_authors/Harkins.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0644.xml SC 645 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0645SG.pdf Recognize historic military service of WW II Veteran LTC George T. Mercier of Copiah County on the occasion of his 100th birthday. Doty ../Senate_authors/Doty.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0645.xml SC 646 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0646SG.pdf Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War and recognize that March 29, 2017, is Vietnam Veterans Day in Mississippi. Witherspoon ../Senate_authors/Witherspoon.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0646.xml SC 649 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0649SG.pdf Mourn the passing of Methodist Minister Keith Tonkel and recognize his community service. Frazier ../Senate_authors/Frazier.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0649.xml SC 650 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0650SG.pdf Mourn the loss and commend the service of Chickasaw County EMT Michael Collums and extend condolences of the Legislature. Younger ../Senate_authors/Younger.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0650.xml SC 651 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0651SG.pdf Commend State Honorees and Distinguished Finalists for the 2017 Mississippi Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Horhn ../Senate_authors/Horhn.xml 03/27 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0651.xml SC 652 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0652SG.pdf Commemorating the 2017 Centennial of Hinds Community College. Blount ../Senate_authors/Blount.xml 03/23 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0652.xml SC 653 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0653SG.pdf Mourn the passing of Mississippi Blues Legend James Cotton of Tunica, Mississippi. Jackson (11th) 03/29 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0653.xml SC 654 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0654SG.pdf Congratulate Coahoma County High School "Red Panthers" Boys Basketball Team for winning Class 2A State Championship. Jackson (11th) 04/05 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0654.xml SC 667 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0667IN.pdf Suspend rules for drafting, etc.; Taxpayer Pay Raise Act of 2016; delay implementation of. Stone ../Senate_authors/Stone.xml 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SC/SC0667.xml SC 673 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0673SG.pdf Congratulate Dr. James Anderson upon being honored as a Healthcare Hero. Norwood ../Senate_authors/Norwood.xml 04/05 (H) Enrolled Bill Signed ../history/SC/SC0673.xml SC 677 ../../../documents/2017/pdf/SC/SC0677IN.pdf Mourn the loss of Mississippi Journalism Legend Stanley Dearman. Dawkins ../Senate_authors/Dawkins.xml 03/29 (S) Died In Committee ../history/SC/SC0677.xml