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Joseph Thomas
MS Senate District 22
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Issue areas
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Government Operations & Budget 49Transportation & Infrastructure 29Economy & Taxes 6Healthcare 6Civil Rights & Liberties 4Housing 4Social Services & Welfare 4Banking & Finance 3Education 3Criminal Justice & Policing 2Elections & Voting 2Other 2Environment & Energy 1Foreign Policy & Trade 1Gun Policy 1Labor & Employment 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Senate District 22 current
Mississippi |
Democratic | Jan 7, 2020 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (1,062 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| HC 45 — Gracelynn Batte; commend for representing the United States in Taekwondo at UTA Competition. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1066 — Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children; correct reference to statutory provision for the U.S. Code. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HC 48 — Gold Star Father's Day; observe and recognize November 9, 2025 as. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 64 — Congratulate JSU Dr. Byron D'Andra Orey upon his election as President of the Southern Political Science Association (SPSAA). | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 67 — Commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Mississippi Dental Association. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HC 51 — Northwest Mississippi Community College Dance Team; commend upon winning back-to-back national championships in Open Hip-Hop Division. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HC 53 — Jerry Sims; commend for exceptional success in business and outstanding legacy in track and field at Alcorn State University. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HC 46 — Charlie Kemp; commend distinguished career as a Mississippi and American race car driving legend. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 2415 — Health insurance and employee benefit plans; extend repealer on mandated coverage for telemedicine services. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1366 — Judicial office allowance and court fees; revise. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 63 — Commend the life of Black Hawk pilot U.S. Army Warrant Officer Andrew Loyd Eaves. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 62 — Extend congratulations of Mississippi Senate to Philadelphia Eagles Cornerback Darius Slay, Jr., for Super Bowl Championship. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 767 — Grand Gulf Military Monument Commission; revise composition of. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 556 — DFA; authorize to purchase certain real property known as the "East Hamilton Street Properties" in the City of Jackson, Mississippi. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 916 — Cigarettes and vape products; require Commissioner of Revenue to establish separate directories to regulate sale of. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HC 52 — Northwest Mississippi Community College Cheer Team; commend upon winning multiple national championships at UCA Nationals. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1085 — Mississippi Main Street; authorize counties to donate to and make MDAH administrator of Main Street Revitalization Grant. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 66 — Extend condolences of Senate on the passing of legendary Alcorn State University Tennis Coach Anthony Bruce Dodgen. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 58 — Commend Mississippi Loggers Association "2024 National Champion Volunteer of the Year" Roy Holder. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1530 — Mental Health Regional Commissions; authorize boards of supervisors to agree to board compositions. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1186 — Natural gas piping systems; require testing in school facilities. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 59 — Commend Kirk Academy Girls and Boys Cross Country Teams for historic sweep of 4A State Championships. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 60 — Extend congratulations of Mississippi Senate to Philadelphia Eagles Running Back Kenneth Gainwell for Super Bowl Championship. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 959 — Comprehensive Hurricane Damage Mitigation Program; extend repealer on. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 246 — 16th section land; authorize local school board to grant an extension to holder of a long-term lease in good standing. | Yea | Mar 6, 2025 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (43 as lead sponsor)
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SB 2132
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Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds; FY2026 appropriation to City of Rolling Fork for improvement of water system.
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SB 2135
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General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Sharkey County for certain infrastructure projects and initiatives.
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SB 2120
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Bonds; authorize to assist Serenity on the Bayou in Anguilla renovate and equip building for Emmanuel Community Center.
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SB 2136
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General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to MDA for the West Central Mississippi Incubator Grant Program.
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SB 2130
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General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Canton for redevelopment of public housing units.
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SB 2137
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General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Rolling Fork for certain infrastructure projects.
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SB 2122
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Bonds; authorize issuance of general obligation bonds for repair and renovation of Triangle Cultural Center in Yazoo City.
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SB 3121
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Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the Midway Community Water Association for improvements to its water system.
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SB 2129
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Bonds; authorize issuance of general obligation bonds for repair and renovation of Oakes African American Cultural Center.
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SR 60
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Extend congratulations of Mississippi Senate to Philadelphia Eagles Running Back Kenneth Gainwell for Super Bowl Championship.
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