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MS HR90
Resolution
Status
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Randal Rushing
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AI Summary
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Police Chief Clay Garvin is retiring from the Decatur Police Department effective March 31, 2026, after serving over 20 years in law enforcement
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Chief Garvin enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1993 and served with the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), participating in full-honor military funeral services at Arlington National Cemetery
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He began his law enforcement career in 2005 with the Newton Police Department, completed the police academy at Mississippi Delta Community College, and joined the Decatur Police Department in May 2006
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Appointed Assistant Chief of Police in 2013 and promoted to Chief of Police in December 2019, overseeing departmental leadership, administration, and strategic direction
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The Mississippi House of Representatives commends Chief Garvin for his military service and law enforcement career and wishes him success in future endeavors
Legislative Description
Police Chief Clay Garvin; commend upon retirement as the Town of Decatur's police chief.
Last Action
Immediate Release
3/11/2026