MS House Floor - 17 February, 2026; 2:00 PM [Source] Translate

The meeting began with a prayer led by Representative Butler Washington, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. A quorum was confirmed, and the reading of the journal was dispensed with upon a motion from Representative Powell. There were no reports from select committees, but reports from standing committees were available. Representative Morgan requested to dispense with the reading of bill introductions, which was approved. The head page, Anders Estord, introduced the junior pages for the week, listing their names and hometowns. Special guests included nursing students from Alcorn State University, introduced by various representatives, who were welcomed with applause. Representative Jackson introduced a scholar from Educate, and Representative Harness introduced a constituent from the nursing school. Announcements included a meeting of the Appropriations A committee scheduled for the following day. Representative Powell requested to adjourn in memory of his committee assistant's mother, who had recently passed away, and this was agreed upon. Representative Oliver announced a meeting of the Appropriations E committee to address an omitted bill. Representative Bell requested to adjourn in memory of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, acknowledging his inspirational impact. Representative Fondren announced a cocktail party hosted by the Mississippi Association for Justice. Representative Wallace provided an update on the sale of champions, highlighting the distribution of scholarships and the total amount raised from the sale of animals. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn until the following day at 2 p.m., which was passed.