MS SR15

Commends Senator Michael D. Watson, Jr., for his distinguished service in the Mississippi Senate representing District 51 (portions of Jackson County)

Senator Watson announced he will not seek reelection and is running for higher office; he served a 12-year legislative career beginning in 2007

Highlights his work on immigration, education, public charter schools, school district consolidation, insurance issues, pro-life matters, tax reduction, and individual rights preservation

Watson served as chair of the Constitution Committee and vice chair of the Drug Policy Committee, plus membership on eight additional committees

Recognizes his legal practice, community service with the American Heart Association and American Cancer Society, and his family life in Hurley, Mississippi