HB653Introduced in the House
Gold Star Father's Day; designate November 9th as.
Introduced by Lester Carpenter, District 1
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 3-3-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Designate November 9th As Gold Star Father's Day; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Approved by Governor
February 17, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Passed · February 10, 2026
52
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
52 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Michael McLendon | 1 | Yes |
| Theresa Gillespie Isom | 2 | Yes |
| Kathy Chism | 3 | Yes |
| Rita Potts Parks | 4 | Yes |
| Daniel Sparks | 5 | Yes |
| Chad Mcmahan | 6 | Yes |
| Hob Bryan | 7 | Yes |
| Benjamin Suber | 8 | Yes |
| Nicole Boyd | 9 | Yes |
| Neil Whaley | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred To Rules
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Immediate Release
Transmitted To Senate
Referred To Rules
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Immediate Release
Returned For Enrolling
Enrolled Bill Signed
Enrolled Bill Signed
Approved by Governor
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