MS House Floor - 18 February, 2026; 2:00 PM [Source] Translate

The meeting began with a prayer led by Representative Varner from Rankin, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. A quorum was confirmed, and the reading of the journal was dispensed with. There were no reports from select committees, but reports on the calendar were noted. Representative Morgan from Marion requested to dispense with the reading of introductions, which was approved. Several guests were introduced, including Ms. Kim Ulmer, a court reporter; Joshua Carroll from the Mississippi Facility Faculty and Staff Association; and members of the YMCA from various locations. The Madison County Youth Council and representatives from the Mississippi Veteran Medical Association were also welcomed. The House then moved to the calendar, where several house concurrent resolutions were called up in block by the Chairman of Rules. The resolutions were adopted with a vote of 121 yeas to 0 nays. Further resolutions were called up and adopted without objection. Representative Clark presented a proclamation celebrating the 100th anniversary of Holmes Community College, with guests from the college in attendance. Additional introductions included students from Enterprise Consolidated High School, recognized for their academic achievements. The meeting concluded with announcements regarding upcoming meetings and events, including an electric co-op day at the Capitol, a discussion on recent ice storm impacts, and a reception for the Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative. The House was adjourned until 10 a.m. the following day.