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Dec 8, 2022: Jackson Advocate: Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus open to serve Black and other residents since 1976
In the MS State Senate the following are current members: JUAN BARNETT, representing Forrest, Jones, and Jasper counties; BARBARA BLACKMON, representing Attala, Holmes, Leake, Madison, and Yazoo counties; ALBERT BUTLER, representing Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, and Jefferson counties; HILLMAN FRAZIER, representing Hinds County; ROBERT HICKMAN, representing Kemper, Lauderdale, Noxubee, and Winston counties; JOHN HORHN, representing Hinds and Madison counties; ROBERT JACKSON, representing Coahoma, Panola, Quitman, and Tunica counties; DAVID JORDAN, who is not listed on the caucus’ website, but has long represented Leflore County; SOLLIE NORWOOD, representing Hinds County; DERRICK SIMMONS, representing Bolivar, Coahoma, and Washington counties; SARITA SIMMONS, representing Bolivar, Sunflower, and Tallahatchie counties; JOSEPH THOMAS, representing Sunflower, Humphreys, Madison, Sharkey, Washington, and Yazoo counties; and ANGELA TURNER FORD, representing Clay, Lowndes, Noxubee, and Oktibbeha counties. |
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Feb 11, 2022: Sun Sentinel: STATE ARTS AWARD RECIPIENT MYRNA COLLEY-LEE HONORED BY MISSISSIPPI SENATE
Senators John Horhn of District 26, Lydia Chassaniol of District 14 and Albert Butler of District 36 presented the resolution on behalf of colleagues.
Senators John Horhn of District 26, Lydia Chassaniol of District 14 and Albert Butler of District 36 presented the resolution on behalf of colleagues.
March 30, 2022: Mississippi Public Broadcasting: Mississippi lawmakers pass bills redrawing district lines
Another Republican seat is being dissolved in the Senate’s redistricting map, sparking heavy debate amongst the chamber’s Majority party. Parts of District 37, held by Republican Senator Melanie Sojourner, will be combined with District 36, held by Democratic Senator Albert Butler. District 36 will be relocated to create a new district in South Rankin and Smith Counties. Speaking on the Senate floor, Sojourner objected to this change, which would place her in a more competitive district.
Another Republican seat is being dissolved in the Senate’s redistricting map, sparking heavy debate amongst the chamber’s Majority party. Parts of District 37, held by Republican Senator Melanie Sojourner, will be combined with District 36, held by Democratic Senator Albert Butler. District 36 will be relocated to create a new district in South Rankin and Smith Counties. Speaking on the Senate floor, Sojourner objected to this change, which would place her in a more competitive district.
May 4, 2020: Mississippi Farm Bureau: Mississippi legislators strive to make the voices of rural communities, farmers heard at Capitol
Senator Albert Butler of Port Gibson has served Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds and Jefferson counties in the Mississippi Senate since 2010. He believes, like Lamar, it is his duty to look out for the well-being of his constituents, all of whom live in rural areas, and make sure their voices are heard.
“It’s important for the people in our rural areas to see their own take on leadership roles, like serving in the legislature,” Butler says. “It sets a positive example for them, and shows them they have true representation in Jackson.”
Senator Albert Butler of Port Gibson has served Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds and Jefferson counties in the Mississippi Senate since 2010. He believes, like Lamar, it is his duty to look out for the well-being of his constituents, all of whom live in rural areas, and make sure their voices are heard.
“It’s important for the people in our rural areas to see their own take on leadership roles, like serving in the legislature,” Butler says. “It sets a positive example for them, and shows them they have true representation in Jackson.”
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June 23, 2015: IJR: What Should Be Done About the Mississippi State Flag? Two Legislators Have Unexpected Opinions
However, IJReview was able to speak with Mississippi State Senator Albert Butler (D), whose response to the flag controversy was wildly different from Speaker Gunn’s: June 17, 2015: Mississippi watchdog: Dozens of Mississippi officials skirt records law
Ten members of the state Senate haven’t filed their 2013 SEI form, including: Albert Butler, D-Port Gibson, who represents Senate District 36. |
Feb 11, 2015: Special Needs Bill: Senate Passes Special Needs ESA Bill
Senators who voted “NO” on SB 2695: David Blount (D-Jackson), Nickey Browning (R-Pontotoc), Hob Bryan (D-Amory), Kelvin Butler (D-McComb), Albert Butler (D-Port Gibson), Videt Carmichael (R-Meridian), Debbie Dawkins (D-Pass Christian), Hillman Frazier (D-Jackson), Steve Hale (D-Senatobia), John Horhn (D-Jackson)
Robert Jackson (D-Marks), Sampson Jackson (D-Dekalb)
Russell Jolly (D-Houston), Kenny Wayne Jones (D-Canton), David Jordan (D-Greenwood), Dean Kirby (R-Pearl)
Chris Massey (R-Nesbit), Haskins Montgomery (D-Bay Springs), Sollie Norwood (D-Jackson), Bill Stone (D-Holly Springs), Angela Turner (D-West Poin
Senators who voted “NO” on SB 2695: David Blount (D-Jackson), Nickey Browning (R-Pontotoc), Hob Bryan (D-Amory), Kelvin Butler (D-McComb), Albert Butler (D-Port Gibson), Videt Carmichael (R-Meridian), Debbie Dawkins (D-Pass Christian), Hillman Frazier (D-Jackson), Steve Hale (D-Senatobia), John Horhn (D-Jackson)
Robert Jackson (D-Marks), Sampson Jackson (D-Dekalb)
Russell Jolly (D-Houston), Kenny Wayne Jones (D-Canton), David Jordan (D-Greenwood), Dean Kirby (R-Pearl)
Chris Massey (R-Nesbit), Haskins Montgomery (D-Bay Springs), Sollie Norwood (D-Jackson), Bill Stone (D-Holly Springs), Angela Turner (D-West Poin
On March 16, 2010, Alcorn alumnus Albert Butler was sworn in to the State Senate at the Mississippi Senate Chamber.
He won a special election to fill the District 36 state Senate seat, which includes Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds and Jefferson counties. The District 36 state Senate seat was vacated by another Alcornite, Vincent Davis ’85, who was appointed a Chancery Court Judge by Governor Haley Barbour in December 2009.
“I am honored and excited that I won,” says Butler. “I look forward to partnering with individuals as we work tirelessly to improve the lives and economic conditions for all people in the District 36. I will not abandon the goals and objectives outlined during my campaign and will make myself available whenever and wherever I can be of service. Great things can be achieved when we work together as a unit. Together we will move forward to improve the quality of life in District 36.”
In his message to Alcorn students Butler says, “The voice of the people in government is delivered through your elected officials. It is very important that you take part in the electoral process, not just on the national level, but on the local level as well. The proposal to merge the HBCUs was started at the state level. We must be proactive at all times and not reactive in times of crisis. It is important that you participate in the electoral process and help elect people that represent you at all levels in government.”
He won a special election to fill the District 36 state Senate seat, which includes Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds and Jefferson counties. The District 36 state Senate seat was vacated by another Alcornite, Vincent Davis ’85, who was appointed a Chancery Court Judge by Governor Haley Barbour in December 2009.
“I am honored and excited that I won,” says Butler. “I look forward to partnering with individuals as we work tirelessly to improve the lives and economic conditions for all people in the District 36. I will not abandon the goals and objectives outlined during my campaign and will make myself available whenever and wherever I can be of service. Great things can be achieved when we work together as a unit. Together we will move forward to improve the quality of life in District 36.”
In his message to Alcorn students Butler says, “The voice of the people in government is delivered through your elected officials. It is very important that you take part in the electoral process, not just on the national level, but on the local level as well. The proposal to merge the HBCUs was started at the state level. We must be proactive at all times and not reactive in times of crisis. It is important that you participate in the electoral process and help elect people that represent you at all levels in government.”
Jan 19, 2010: MBJ: Seven candidates in running for Senate
The qualifying deadline for the special election for Senate District 36 has expired. The following candidates filed qualifying papers with the Office of the Secretary of State: Albert Butler, Port Gibson; Jerry L. Cain Sr., Fayette; Elvis E. Colenberg, Fayette; Kenneth H. Ramsey, Hazlehurst; Jimmy D. Strong, Utica; Ken Dale Sullivan, Wesson; and, Jazma Wheeler, Crystal Springs
The qualifying deadline for the special election for Senate District 36 has expired. The following candidates filed qualifying papers with the Office of the Secretary of State: Albert Butler, Port Gibson; Jerry L. Cain Sr., Fayette; Elvis E. Colenberg, Fayette; Kenneth H. Ramsey, Hazlehurst; Jimmy D. Strong, Utica; Ken Dale Sullivan, Wesson; and, Jazma Wheeler, Crystal Springs