MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE 2025 Regular Session To: Rules By: Senator(s) McLendon, Barnett, Barrett, Berry, Blackmon, Boyd, Brumfield, Butler, Carter, Chassaniol, Chism, DeBar, DeLano, England, Fillingane, Frazier, Harkins, Hickman, Hill, Hopson, Horhn, Jackson, Johnson, Jordan, Kirby, Ladner, McCaughn, McMahan, Michel, Norwood, Parker, Parks, Polk, Rhodes, Robinson, Seymour, Simmons (12th), Simmons (13th), Sparks, Suber, Tate, Thomas, Thompson, Turner-Ford, Whaley, Wiggins, Younger Senate Resolution 125 (As Adopted by Senate) A RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MISSISSIPPI STATE FIRE ACADEMY AND RECOGNIZING ITS IMPACT ON FIRE SERVICE TRAINING AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN MISSISSIPPI. WHEREAS, we join the leadership, instructors, support staff, graduates and citizens of Mississippi in honoring the Mississippi State Fire Academy on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary; and WHEREAS, since its establishment in 1974, the Mississippi State Fire Academy has been the premier institution for fire service training in the state, preparing generations of firefighters to protect lives and property through rigorous, high-quality instruction; and WHEREAS, the Academy has continually evolved to meet the changing demands of fire service, incorporating advanced training techniques, modern firefighting technologies and national best practices to ensure that Mississippi's firefighters remain among the most capable and well-prepared in the nation; and WHEREAS, the Mississippi State Fire Academy serves as a cornerstone of public safety in the state, providing essential training not only for municipal and volunteer firefighters but also for industrial fire brigades, emergency response teams and allied professionals; and WHEREAS, the Academy's commitment to excellence has earned national recognition, positioning it as a leader in fire service education and reinforcing Mississippi's reputation for strong emergency response preparedness; and WHEREAS, through its extensive training programs, the Academy has helped to reduce fire-related injuries and fatalities, safeguard critical infrastructure and support emergency response efforts during natural disasters and other crises; and WHEREAS, the Mississippi State Fire Academy has been instrumental in fostering a culture of dedication, professionalism and service within the fire service community, shaping the careers of thousands of firefighters who have gone on to serve with distinction across the state and beyond; and WHEREAS, the leadership, instructors and support staff of the Mississippi State Fire Academy continue to uphold the Academy's mission with unwavering commitment, ensuring that Mississippi's fire service remains well-equipped to meet future challenges; and WHEREAS, the Academy's contributions to fire safety, emergency response and public protection over the past five decades deserve recognition and celebration: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commemorate the Mississippi State Fire Academy, its leadership, instructors, support staff and graduates on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary, and extend our deepest appreciation for its invaluable contributions to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Mississippi. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to the Executive Director of the Mississippi State Fire Academy and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2025 Regular Session
To: Rules
By: Senator(s) McLendon, Barnett, Barrett, Berry, Blackmon, Boyd, Brumfield, Butler, Carter, Chassaniol, Chism, DeBar, DeLano, England, Fillingane, Frazier, Harkins, Hickman, Hill, Hopson, Horhn, Jackson, Johnson, Jordan, Kirby, Ladner, McCaughn, McMahan, Michel, Norwood, Parker, Parks, Polk, Rhodes, Robinson, Seymour, Simmons (12th), Simmons (13th), Sparks, Suber, Tate, Thomas, Thompson, Turner-Ford, Whaley, Wiggins, Younger
# Senate Resolution 125
## (As Adopted by Senate)
A RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MISSISSIPPI STATE FIRE ACADEMY AND RECOGNIZING ITS IMPACT ON FIRE SERVICE TRAINING AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN MISSISSIPPI.
WHEREAS, we join the leadership, instructors, support staff, graduates and citizens of Mississippi in honoring the Mississippi State Fire Academy on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, since its establishment in 1974, the Mississippi State Fire Academy has been the premier institution for fire service training in the state, preparing generations of firefighters to protect lives and property through rigorous, high-quality instruction; and
WHEREAS, the Academy has continually evolved to meet the changing demands of fire service, incorporating advanced training techniques, modern firefighting technologies and national best practices to ensure that Mississippi's firefighters remain among the most capable and well-prepared in the nation; and
WHEREAS, the Mississippi State Fire Academy serves as a cornerstone of public safety in the state, providing essential training not only for municipal and volunteer firefighters but also for industrial fire brigades, emergency response teams and allied professionals; and
WHEREAS, the Academy's commitment to excellence has earned national recognition, positioning it as a leader in fire service education and reinforcing Mississippi's reputation for strong emergency response preparedness; and
WHEREAS, through its extensive training programs, the Academy has helped to reduce fire-related injuries and fatalities, safeguard critical infrastructure and support emergency response efforts during natural disasters and other crises; and
WHEREAS, the Mississippi State Fire Academy has been instrumental in fostering a culture of dedication, professionalism and service within the fire service community, shaping the careers of thousands of firefighters who have gone on to serve with distinction across the state and beyond; and
WHEREAS, the leadership, instructors and support staff of the Mississippi State Fire Academy continue to uphold the Academy's mission with unwavering commitment, ensuring that Mississippi's fire service remains well-equipped to meet future challenges; and
WHEREAS, the Academy's contributions to fire safety, emergency response and public protection over the past five decades deserve recognition and celebration:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commemorate the Mississippi State Fire Academy, its leadership, instructors, support staff and graduates on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary, and extend our deepest appreciation for its invaluable contributions to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Mississippi.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to the Executive Director of the Mississippi State Fire Academy and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.