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SN 108

Ronald Len (Ron) Beckham, Oxford, Mississippi, Veterans Home Purchase Board to represent the First Congressional District as it existed on May 1, 1987, four year term effective July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.

2026 Regular Session

Establishes a four-year appointment for a Mississippi Veterans Home Purchase Board member representing the First Congressional District as it existed in 1987.

Notified of Return
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Bill Summary · SN 108

Summary of Bill SN 108 (Session 2026, Mississippi)

Overview

  • Bill name/subject: Ronald Len (Ron) Beckham, Oxford, Mississippi, Veterans Home Purchase Board to represent the First Congressional District as it existed on May 1, 1987, four-year term effective July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.
  • Jurisdiction: Mississippi
  • Current status:
    • 2026-03-05: Referred to the Senate Veterans and Military Affairs committee
    • 2026-04-15: Died In Committee
    • 2026-04-16: Notified of Return (likely follow-up action halted due to committee outcome)
  • Representative origin: Names an individual (Ronald Len Beckham) associated with Oxford, MS, and ties to a Veterans Home Purchase Board.

Note: The bill language as summarized below is inferred from the bill title and context provided. The specific statutory text is not included here, so details about exact powers, qualifications, and procedures should be verified in the official bill bill text.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill appears to establish or modify representation on the Mississippi Veterans Home Purchase Board.
  • The representation is explicitly tied to the First Congressional District as that district existed on May 1, 1987.
  • The appointment is defined as a four-year term beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.
  • The intent is to formalize the tenure and district-based representation on the board, potentially aligning it with historical district boundaries for purposes of board membership.

Key Provisions (inferred)

  • Board representation: Appointment of a member (Ronald Len Beckham) to the Mississippi Veterans Home Purchase Board representing the First Congressional District as it existed on May 1, 1987.
  • Term length: A fixed four-year term from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
  • Residence/eligibility: The name suggests the appointee is from Oxford, Mississippi, potentially implying eligibility criteria based on residence or association with the First District as defined in 1987 boundaries.
  • Board governance: The bill likely assigns duties, eligibility, or procedural responsibilities for the Veterans Home Purchase Board, including who may be appointed, how vacancies are filled, and how terms are renewed or terminated.
  • Compatibility with existing law: The bill interacts with current statutory provisions governing the Veterans Home Purchase Board, including representation rules and term limits.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Mississippi Veterans Home Purchase Board: The primary governance body that would gain or adjust representation for the First Congressional District.
  • Residents of the First Congressional District (as defined in 1987): Potentially affected by board decisions related to veterans homes purchase programs, policies, and resource allocation.
  • Appointee (Ronald Len Beckham): Designated member with a four-year term; his role would influence board deliberations and votes on veterans home purchase matters.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Referred to committee: March 5, 2026 (Senate Veterans and Military Affairs)
  • Committee outcome: Died in committee on April 15, 2026 (no further floor action in that session based on this status)
  • Notified of Return: April 16, 2026 (indicates the bill was flagged for possible reconsideration or resubmission, though the committee outcome suggests it did not advance in this session)

Notes for Readers

  • The bill’s status in committee and “Notified of Return” indicates it did not become law in the 2026 session unless revived in a subsequent session.
  • For a complete understanding, review the official bill text to confirm:
    • Exact eligibility criteria for the appointment
    • Whether the district boundary reference affects other board members
    • Any other changes to board composition, powers, or funding

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

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