Bill Text: MS SR78 | 2026 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Condemn the assassination of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk and all forms of political violence.
Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 2)
Status: (Failed) 2026-04-15 - Died In Committee [SR78 Detail]
Download: Mississippi-2026-SR78-Introduced.html
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2026 Regular Session
To: Rules
By: Senator(s) Chism, Whaley
Senate Resolution 78
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, 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
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk personified the values of the First Amendment, exercising his God-given right to speak freely, challenge prevailing narratives, and did so with honor, courage, and respect for his fellow Americans; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk's commitment to civil discussion and debate stood as a model for young Americans across the political spectrum, and he worked tirelessly to promote unity without compromising on conviction; and
WHEREAS, the assassination of Charlie Kirk was not only a heinous act of violence, but a sobering reminder of the growing threat posed by political extremism and hatred in our society; and
WHEREAS, such acts of politically motivated violence are antithetical to the principles of a free republic, in which differences of opinion are to be debated, not silenced, with civility, reason, and mutual respect; and
WHEREAS, the rise in targeted violence against individuals for their political beliefs undermines the very fabric of our constitutional democracy and chills the free exchange of ideas essential to a healthy civic society; and
WHEREAS, leaders at every level, government, education, media, and beyond, must stand united in unequivocal condemnation of political violence, regardless of their ideology; and
WHEREAS, the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk must not be allowed to deepen the divides in our nation, but instead serve as a turning point to recommit ourselves and to the timeless American principles of liberty governed by truth and the virtues of peaceful dialogue; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk would not have us respond to his death with despair, but rather with renewed purpose, to speak truth with courage, to stand firm in faith, to seek unity while standing firm in principle, and to serve as living reminders of the values he championed: faith, family, and freedom:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby:
� Condemn the assassination of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, and all forms of political violence;
� Commend the dedicated law enforcement and emergency personnel for their tireless efforts in finding the suspect responsible for the assassination of Charlie Kirk;
� Extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to Charlie Kirk's family, including his wife, Erika, and their two young children, and pray for comfort, peace, and healing in this time of unspeakable loss;
� Honor the life, leadership, and legacy of Charlie Kirk, whose steadfast dedication to the Constitution, civil discourse, and Biblical truth inspired a generation to cherish and defend the blessings of liberty; and
� Call upon all Americans, regardless of race, party affiliation, or creed, to reject political violence, recommit to respectful debate, uphold American values, and respect one another as fellow Americans.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be transmitted to the surviving family of Charlie Kirk, to members of the Mississippi Congressional Delegation and to the Commissioner of Public Safety, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
