MS SR11

Commends Senator Willie Simmons for 27 years of service in the Mississippi Senate from 1993 to present, during which he retired to run for higher office.

Recognizes Simmons's expertise in corrections and highway finance, and his service as Chair of the Highways and Transportation Committee.

Notes his educational background including degrees from Alcorn State University and Delta State University, and his business ownership of Simmons and Associates and The Senator's Place BBQ Restaurant in Cleveland, Mississippi.

Acknowledges his membership in multiple professional and civic organizations including the American Correctional Association, Prince Hall Mason, Omega Psi Phi, and NAACP.

Directs that the resolution be presented to Senator Simmons and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.