The Mississippi House of Representatives convened on January 7, 2025, at noon, where members engaged in a series of memorial adjournments honoring individuals who recently lost their lives. The session began with Representative Owen from Pearl River proposing to adjourn in memory of James Ray Sosher, a victim of a courthouse shooting on December 17. Sosher is remembered as a father to two children, Victoria and Wesley, and a grandfather to several grandchildren.

Following this, Representative Yancey from Rankin requested the House to adjourn in memory of Miles Wade Todd, a five-year-old boy from Senatobia, Mississippi. The somber tone continued as Representative Scott from Jones called for a moment of remembrance for David Taylor Junior, the young mayor of Heidelberg, who was also a husband and father.

The House then welcomed two young visitors, nine-year-olds TJ and Penelope, who were recognized for their achievements in baseball and chess, respectively. This lighter moment was followed by further memorials, including one from Representative Hallum of Harrison, who honored Correa Dito, an 18-year-old nursing student tragically killed in a recent attack in New Orleans.

Lastly, Representative Ford from Madison requested the House to adjourn in memory of Janelle Fredericks, a young girl who lost her life in a bicycle accident involving a school bus. The session concluded with a collective call for prayers for the families affected by these tragedies.

Overall, the meeting was marked by a deep sense of loss and community support, as members reflected on the lives of those who have passed and offered condolences to their families.