Bill · S.Res. 831· Senate(119-SRES-831)
A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Northwest Mississippi Community College and celebrating a century of educational excellence, workforce development, student success, and service to the people of Mississippi and the United States.
- Introduced
- 8/5/2026
- Last activity
- 8/5/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4480; text: CR S4478-4479)
- Sponsored by
- Roger Wicker
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of Northwest Mississippi Community College. It recognizes the institution's history of educational excellence, workforce development, and community service in Mississippi. The text highlights the college's growth from its origins as Tate County Agricultural High School to a multi-campus community college. It notes the institution's contributions to economic growth and its success in intercollegiate athletics. Finally, the Senate resolves to congratulate the college and requests that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to its leadership.
Yes· 3 of 14
Would students be better off under this?+2
The resolution celebrates the institution's commitment to student success and expanded educational opportunities.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+1
The college provides academic transfer, technical, and workforce training opportunities.
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+1
The college offers workforce training and career opportunities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic and Workforce Benefits: The college prepares a highly skilled workforce and fosters partnerships with businesses, industries, and healthcare providers to contribute to the economic growth of Mississippi. (Whereas clauses regarding economic growth and workforce development)
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Expanded Educational Access: The institution has expanded educational opportunities throughout North Mississippi by establishing various instructional locations, such as those in DeSoto, Ashland, Oxford, Olive Branch, Batesville, and Water Valley. (Whereas clause regarding expanded educational opportunity)
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Diverse Program Offerings: Students benefit from various programs including academic transfer, career and technical education, workforce training, health sciences, and dual enrollment. (Whereas clause regarding the college's service to students)
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Community Enrichment: The college provides local community enrichment through its various campuses and instructional sites. (Whereas clause regarding expanding educational opportunity)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+2Good For Business Owners+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Men+1Good For Middle Aged+1Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Women+1Good For Young Adults+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1Increases Job Creation+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+1
- 8/5/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4480; text: CR S4478-4479)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Bill introduced.
Cindy Hyde-SmithRepublican · Mississippi