Mississippi legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Mississippi HR58: Mark Anthony Smith, Sr.; commend life and legacy upon his passing.
Status: Passed both chambers, February 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION MOURNING THE LOSS AND COMMEMORATING THE LIFE, LEGACY AND DISTINGUISHED ATHLETIC AND COMMUNITY SERVICE OF MR. MARK ANTHONY SMITH, SR., AND EXPRESSING DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS UPON HIS PASSING.
What the bill says
A resolution mourning the loss and commemorating the life, legacy and distinguished athletic and community service of mr. mark anthony smith, sr., and expressing deepest sympathy to his family and friends upon his passing.
From the engrossed text:
A RESOLUTION MOURNING THE LOSS AND COMMEMORATING THE LIFE, LEGACY AND DISTINGUISHED ATHLETIC AND COMMUNITY SERVICE OF MR. MARK ANTHONY SMITH, SR., AND EXPRESSING DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS UPON HIS PASSING. WHEREAS, "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven," and as such, the grand architect of the universe, the immaculate author and finisher of our souls' destiny, summoned the mortal presence of dearly beloved, Mr. Mark Anthony Smith, Sr., to eternal rest on February 9, 2026, as he made life's final transition from earthly travailing to heavenly reward at the age of 51, rendering great sorrow and immeasurable loss to his family, friends and the entire Vicksburg community; and WHEREAS, born on August 28, 1974, in the Kings community of Vicksburg, Mississippi, to the late Milton Smith, Jr., and the late Mary Carson Smith, Mark was the second-born of their loving union and was reared upon the firm foundation of faith, family and community, values that became the compass by which he charted the course of his remarkable life; and *HR26/R2488* H. R. No. 58 ~ OFFICIAL ~ N1/2 26/HR26/R2488 PAGE 1 (DJ\KW) WHEREAS, at an early age, Mark confessed Christ at Harris Temple Church of God in Christ in the Kings community under the leadership of Pastor Norwood, …
Sponsors
- Denton, Oscar (D, 55) · primary sponsor
- Kevin Ford (R, 54)
- Harness, Jeffery (D, 85)
Latest actions
- : Enrolled Bill Signed
- : Immediate Release
- : Adopted
- : Title Suff Do Be Adopted
- : Referred To Rules
Subjects: Mark Anthony Smith, Sr
Common questions
- What is HR58?
- HR58 is a bill in the Mississippi Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Mark Anthony Smith, Sr.; commend life and legacy upon his passing.
- What does HR58 do?
- In its own words: A resolution mourning the loss and commemorating the life, legacy and distinguished athletic and community service of mr. mark anthony smith, sr., and expressing deepest sympathy to his family and friends upon his passing.
- What is the status of HR58?
- Passed both chambers as of February 23, 2026. Latest action: Enrolled Bill Signed (February 23, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR58?
- Denton, Oscar (D, 55), with 2 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR58?
- On the Mississippi Legislature website: http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HR/HR0058.xml
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