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SR 30

Extend condolences on the passing of MS Representative Charles L. Young, Jr.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by David Blount and 20 co-sponsors

Mississippi Senate adopted a resolution expressing condolences for the death of House Representative Charles L. Young, Jr.

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Bill Summary · SR 30

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 30 is a commemorative resolution adopted by the Mississippi State Senate to extend official condolences on the death of Mississippi House Representative Charles L. Young, Jr. The resolution was referred through the Rules committee, had its title sufficiency approved, and was adopted on February 17, 2025.

Why is this important

Resolutions like this serve a formal governmental function by creating an official legislative record acknowledging the passing of a colleague and public servant. They allow the legislative body to express respect for the deceased and provide formal recognition for family and constituents during a time of loss.

Potential points of contention

  • No substantive policy debate: This is a ceremonial measure with no controversial elements or policy implications
  • Symbolic rather than practical: The resolution has no budgetary, regulatory, or operational impact on state governance
  • Standard legislative procedure: Condolence resolutions follow routine adoption processes and are typically non-partisan acknowledgments

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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