Mississippi SR78: Condemn the assassination of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk and all forms of political violence.

What the bill says

A resolution condemning the assassination of charles "charlie" james kirk and all forms of political violence and honoring his legacy.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING THE ASSASSINATION OF CHARLES "CHARLIE" JAMES KIRK AND ALL FORMS OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE AND HONORING HIS LEGACY. WHEREAS, Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, born October 14, 1993, was a courageous American patriot, whose life was tragically and unjustly cut short in an act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a devoted Christian, who boldly lived out his faith with conviction, courage, and compassion; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a dedicated husband to his beloved wife, Erika Kirk, and a loving father to their daughter and son, exemplifying the virtues of faith, fidelity, and fatherhood; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a fierce defender of the American founding and its timeless principles of life, liberty, limited government, and individual responsibility; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk, at 18 years old, founded Turning Point USA in 2012, a student movement with the mission to "identify, *SS26/R1625* S. R. No. 78 ~ OFFICIAL ~ N1/2 26/SS26/R1625 PAGE 1 (rdd\kr) educate, train, and organize students to promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government"; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk became one of the most prominent voices in America, engaging in respectful, civil discourse across college campuses, media platforms, and national forums, always seeking to elevate truth, foster understanding, and strengthen the Republic; and …

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Sponsors

• Chism, Kathy L. (R, 3) · primary sponsor
• Whaley, Neil S. (R, 10)

Latest actions

1. April 15, 2026: Died In Committee
2. March 17, 2026: Referred To Rules

Common questions

What is SR78?

SR78 is a bill in the Mississippi Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Condemn the assassination of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk and all forms of political violence.

What does SR78 do?

In its own words: A resolution condemning the assassination of charles "charlie" james kirk and all forms of political violence and honoring his legacy.

What is the status of SR78?

Failed as of April 15, 2026. Latest action: Died In Committee (April 15, 2026).

Who sponsored SR78?

Chism, Kathy L. (R, 3), with 1 co-sponsor.

Where is the official record for SR78?

On the Mississippi Legislature website: http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SR/SR0078.xml