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SN 30

Teresa Carol Windham, --, Mississippi, MS Emergency Communications Authority, initial two year term effective December 4, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027, representing Mississippi Emergency Medical Services.

2026 Regular Session

Appoints Teresa Carol Windham to Mississippi Emergency Communications Authority representing EMS for two years starting December 2025.

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Bill Summary · SN 30

Legislative bill overview

Bill SN 30 appoints Teresa Carol Windham to a two-year term on the Mississippi Emergency Communications Authority, effective December 4, 2025 through June 30, 2027. She will represent the Mississippi Emergency Medical Services sector on this authority. The bill has been referred to the Technology committee for consideration.

Why is this important

The Mississippi Emergency Communications Authority oversees 911 systems and emergency dispatch infrastructure across the state. Board appointments directly influence how emergency response systems are funded, operated, and modernized. Windham's representation of EMS ensures medical services have a voice in decisions affecting how emergency calls are routed and resources are coordinated.

Potential points of contention

  • Qualification transparency: The bill provides no information about Windham's background, experience, or qualifications for this public safety role
  • At-large vs. sectoral representation: Whether a single EMS representative adequately voices the interests of emergency medical services across Mississippi's diverse regions and systems
  • Appointment process: No details on whether this followed standard nomination procedures or competitive vetting for emergency management positions

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

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