Mississippi 2026 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HR3

Introduced
1/7/26  
Refer
1/7/26  
Passed
1/14/26  

Caption

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE PRESTIGIOUS AND ESTEEMED LADIES OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED, ON THE MOMENTOUS OCCASION OF "MISSISSIPPI LINKS DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL 2026", AND HONORING THE ORGANIZATION'S IMPRESSIVE SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY, THIS STATE AND THE NATION.

Summary

House Resolution 3 is a commemorative resolution honoring The Links, Incorporated, and specifically the Mississippi chapters participating in “Mississippi Links Day at the State Capitol 2026.” The resolution recognizes the organization’s history, membership, and volunteer service, and it highlights the group’s advocacy focus on food insecurity, maternal health, SNAP expansion, support for Black farmers, and broader access and equity issues in Mississippi. The resolution also describes The Links, Incorporated as a longstanding nonprofit service organization with programming in youth services, the arts, national trends, international trends, and health and human services. It emphasizes the organization’s civic engagement, political awareness, voter empowerment, and community service, and it formally commends the Mississippi chapters for their contributions to the state and nation.

Impact

HR3 does not amend, create, or repeal any state law or statutory provision. Its legal effect is limited to a formal expression of appreciation by the House of Representatives, with copies to be sent to chapter presidents and the Capitol Press Corps. The practical impact is symbolic and ceremonial, though it publicly elevates the policy concerns associated with the organization’s advocacy, including food insecurity, maternal health, SNAP eligibility, and support for Black farmers.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and supportive. The bill is framed as a tribute to a respected volunteer organization and its Mississippi members, and the House adopted it without any recorded opposition in the materials provided. The language reflects broad appreciation for the organization’s service, civic engagement, and community leadership.

Contention

There is no direct legislative contention in the resolution itself, and no committee transcript or vote record indicating debate or opposition. The only potentially substantive issues mentioned are the advocacy topics associated with Mississippi Links Day—food insecurity, maternal health, SNAP expansion, Black farmers, and access and equity—but these are presented as causes the organization supports, not as disputed provisions of the resolution. Any contention would therefore relate to those broader policy topics rather than to the ceremonial resolution.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HR3

Mississippi Links Day at the Capitol 2025; commend and honor for outstanding service.

MS HR12

Delta Days at the Capitol; commend and congratulate on the occasion of.

MS HR97

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; commend on the auspicious occasion of Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol.

MS SR82

Observe March 20, 2025, as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Mississippi State Capitol."

MS HR76

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Day at the MS State Capitol; commend celebration on March 6, 2025.

MS SB2001

National Statuary Hall Selection Commission; create for recommending two new Mississippi statues at U.S. Capitol.

MS SB2376

National Statuary Hall Selection Commission; create for recommending two new Mississippi statues at U.S. Capitol.

MS HC52

Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team; commend upon winning multiple national championships at UCA Nationals.

MS SR116

Commend Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team upon winning multiple National Championships at UCA Nationals.

MS SR151

Commend Jennifer Stroupe, CPO, for Mississippi and National Para-optometric of the Year Award.

Similar Bills

MS HR3

Mississippi Links Day at the Capitol 2025; commend and honor for outstanding service.

MS HR2

The Mississippi chapters of The Links, Incorporated; commend for its passionate advocacy to end hunger and support maternal health.

MS SR40

Commend and honor "Mississippi Links Day at the Capitol 2026" for outstanding service.

MS HR12

Delta Days at the Capitol; commend and congratulate on the occasion of.

MS HR45

MS Delta Days at the Capitol; commend the distinguished ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., on the occasion of.

MS HR97

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; commend on the auspicious occasion of Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol.

MS SR43

Recognize Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

MS SB2608

Campaign finance; limit corporate political campaign contributions to $1,000.00 per calendar year.