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MS HR40

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bill Pigott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Jordan Anthony of Tylertown, Mississippi, won the 2025 Bowerman Award, recognizing him as the top student-athlete in American collegiate track and field

  • As a University of Arkansas Razorback, Anthony broke program records in the 60m (6.47s) and 100m (9.75s), making him the ninth fastest runner in world history

  • Anthony won 2025 NCAA championships in the indoor 60m and outdoor 100m, plus SEC titles in the indoor 60m and outdoor 100m and 200m

  • During high school at Tylertown High School, Anthony set Mississippi state records in the 100m (10.12s) and 200m (20.35s) and won Gatorade Track and Field Player of the Year in 2020-2021 and 2021-2022

  • Anthony was a dual-sport athlete (track and football) at Arkansas before turning professional after the June 2025 NCAA championship, with consideration as a future Olympic contender

Legislative Description

Jordan Anthony; commend for winning the 2025 Bowerman Award.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/10/2026

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