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Status
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Fabian Nelson
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AI Summary
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Establishes May 18 as "Heal Mississippi Day" in recognition of Meridian native Jamal Roberts' performance of his song "Heal" on the American Idol season finale
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Roberts won the 2025 American Idol competition, becoming the second Mississippian to win the national title, eight years after the first
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Roberts' song "Heal" debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs chart following his performance
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Encourages all Mississippi citizens to observe the day with reflection, unity, prayer, and restoration in homes, schools, churches, ministries, and marketplaces
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Roberts was a middle school P.E. teacher in Meridian before his American Idol success
Legislative Description
"Heal Mississippi Day"; establish as May 18th.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/19/2026