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MS SC501
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
2/3/2023
Primary Sponsor
Rita Potts Parks
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AI Summary
- Honors the passing of David Richard Huggins, former Chief of the Mississippi Highway Patrol, Commissioner of Public Safety, and Sergeant at Arms of the Mississippi Senate, who died on August 10, 2022, at age 74
- Recognizes Huggins' career beginning in 1969 as a State Trooper, serving as Highway Patrol Chief from 1988-1992 and as Commissioner of Public Safety from 2000-2004 under Governor Ronnie Musgrove
- Notes that Governor Haley Barbour signed H.B. 1159 on March 28, 2010, known as the "David R. Huggins Act," which ensured Mississippi Highway Patrol Troopers received compensation for all hours worked
- Survived by his wife of 53 years, Judy Monroe; daughters Rebecca and Vicki; seven grandchildren; and brother Martin Huggins
- Expresses the Legislature's sympathy to his family and gratitude for his service to Mississippi
Legislative Description
Mourn the loss and commend the life and public service of David R. Huggins.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/3/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules1/25/2023
Rules1/3/2023
Full Bill Text
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