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HC 38

Patrick "Pete" Johnson; commend the life and legacy of former MS State Auditor.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Orlando Paden

HC 38 ceremonially commends Patrick 'Pete' Johnson's life and legacy as former Mississippi State Auditor; symbolic recognition, no law or funds, copies sent to family/archives.

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Bill Summary · HC 38

Summary — HC 38: Patrick "Pete" Johnson; commend the life and legacy of former MS State Auditor

Bill number: HC 38
Title: Patrick "Pete" Johnson; commend the life and legacy of former MS State Auditor.
Type: Concurrent resolution
Subject: Rules
Introduced: February 3, 2025
Status: Enrolled Bill Signed (February 27, 2025)

Purpose and intent

HC 38 is a commemorative (honorary) concurrent resolution adopted by the Mississippi Legislature to formally commend and recognize the life, public service, and legacy of Patrick "Pete" Johnson, a former Mississippi State Auditor. The resolution is symbolic in nature and intended to record the Legislature’s appreciation and respect; it does not create binding law or appropriate funds.

Key provisions (based on title and resolution type)

The public text is not provided here, but typical elements of a commemorative concurrent resolution of this type include:
- Acknowledgement of Mr. Johnson’s service and contributions while serving as State Auditor.
- Expression of the Legislature’s respect, condolences (if applicable), and appreciation for his public service.
- A directive that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the family or appropriate parties (e.g., survivors, historical archives).
Because this is a concurrent resolution (rather than a bill creating policy or spending), there are no regulatory changes, appropriations, or enforcement mechanisms.

Who is affected

  • Primary: The family, colleagues, and associates of Patrick "Pete" Johnson who will receive formal recognition from the Legislature.
  • Secondary: The public historical and legislative record — the resolution becomes part of official legislative proceedings and archives.
  • Not affected: State law, programs, budgets, or individual legal rights are not changed by this resolution.

Procedural timeline and actions

  • 2025-02-03: Referred to Rules (introduced)
  • 2025-02-11: Adopted by the House; Title Sufficiency (Title Suff Do Be Adopted); Immediate Release; Transmitted to Senate
  • 2025-02-13: Referred to Rules (Senate)
  • 2025-02-17: Title Sufficiency Do Be Adopted (Senate)
  • 2025-02-20: Adopted (Senate)
  • 2025-02-24: Returned for Enrolling
  • 2025-02-27: Enrolled Bill Signed (document finalized and signed) — entry appears twice in the record

Practical impact

HC 38 is ceremonial. Its primary effects are symbolic recognition and addition to the official legislative record; it does not alter statutes, budgets, or administrative procedures. Recipients named in the resolution (e.g., family or archives) would receive an official copy as a mark of legislative appreciation.

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

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