Vicksburg National Military Park
Memorial park in Warren County, MississippiWikipedia
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Sep 23, 2026
Kelly BennettHOST
I'm Kelly Bennett for Supertalk Mississippi News.
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Plans to build a new visitor center and make structural improvements at the Vicksburg National Military Park are moving forward.
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The Senate unanimously approved the Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, and now it heads to the desk of President Trump.
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Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith calls this a monumental step that'll give the state the ability to tell the complete story of the Siege of Vicksburg for generations to come.
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Senator Roger Wicker says the legislation supports efforts to keep the story of Vicksburg alive and accessible for students, families, and visitors.
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Senate Resolution 870 recognized Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of Latinos in the United States, while Senate Resolution 871 supported National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
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The Senate passed House Resolution 4467 to modify the boundary of Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi and House Resolution 952 involving the federal government's interest in certain land in Sacramento, California.
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A major focus was the Protect College Sports Act, Senate Bill 4668, which addresses name, image, and likeness rights and other protections for student athletes while promoting fair competition in college athletics.
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The Senate voted 70-21 to close further debate on a substitute amendment with additional consideration scheduled for September 23rd.