Democrat House members call out colleague Calhoun for helping Republicans pass special needs funding
Democrats who helped the GOP pass the $2M voucher bill must also be held accountable as well. I agree with Rep. @jarvisdortch —he purposely failed to vote and helped advance this bill. He also lied to our caucus members. #ShameOnYouCredell https://t.co/FUrUAUqjT0
— Rep. Jeramey Anderson (@jerameyanderson) March 29, 2019
CLARION LEDGER – Mississippi Legislature: These popular bills never really stood a chance this session.
Some bills just never stood a chance.
They may have witnessed plenty of debate. Some even survived until the final days of the Mississippi legislative session, which ended Friday…
- Hemp legalization
- Cigarette tax hike
- Asset forfeiture
- Early voting, better options for college students
- New state flag
WJTV – Hosemann and Hughes say teacher pay raise is insufficient
WTVA – Mississippi Legislature wraps up its 2019 session
The Mississippi Legislature has ended its 2019 session.
Lawmakers wrapped up their work Friday, saying an emotional farewell to colleagues who are retiring.
During their nearly three months at the Capitol, they approved a $1,500 pay raise for teachers and enacted laws that could help expand broadband to rural areas and could help protect children who are victims of human trafficking. They also voted to ask Congress to call a national convention to consider changing the U.S. Constitution to limit federal spending — a proposal backed by tea party groups.
CLARION LEDGER – Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves on Senate adding $2 million in funding for special needs students.
MBJ – Bill Crawford: Issues can be wild cards in competitive governor’s race
Which of the 13 candidates for governor of Mississippi are you for?
Huh? There are 13?
Yep, three Republicans, nine Democrats, and one independent…
…Well, issues, money, name ID, and turnout determine who wins and who loses. Winning candidates uncover the issues that best resonate with likely voters, align themselves with those issues in voters’ minds, and motivate those voters to turn out on election day. Money plays a key role in candidates’ ability to do these things.
It may sound simple, but it’s not. There are thousands of thick books, complex guides, and YouTube videos on how to win elections. But winning candidates are usually those who pick the best campaign managers, develop the best organizations, pick the right issue messages, and raise enough money, not necessarily the most, to implement campaign strategies.
WLOX – Councilwoman responds to accusations from Gulfport mayor: “I pray for them”
Gulfport Councilwoman Ella Holmes-Hines spoke with WLOX News Now in response to allegations made by Mayor Billy Hewes, accusing her and a state senator of “conspiring to kill” Gulfport’s proposed food and beverage tax.
“First of all, I thank WLOX for notifying me that the mayor had issued a press release with my name in it and that he did not send it to me first,” she said. “That’s very important to me.”
Hewes sent a statement to local media outlets Friday accusing the councilwoman of using “fearmongering and speculation to kill multiple projects.” This came just one day after House Bill 1745 died in the Mississippi Senate, which would have authorized the City of Gulfport to levy an additional tax on food and beverage sales to help fund the promotion of tourism and parks and recreation in the city.
“But, for me, how Billy decides to empower me, that I can take over the city and the state and the House and the Senate, it’s not possible,” Holmes-Hines said.
Congressman Kelly introduces bill to address CWD
As an avid outdoorsman, I recognize Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) as an epidemic. The press release below details our plan of action. #MS01 pic.twitter.com/UgBNFwHnKI
— Trent Kelly (@RepTrentKelly) March 29, 2019
WJTV – Dispute over Mississippi electricity prices heads to trial
Congressman Guest recaps week in DC
This week, the Mueller report exonerated our President of all accusations of collusion, I voted to support the President’s emergency declaration to build a wall, and we held a Congressional art competition in the district. I hope to see you while I’m home in Mississippi. pic.twitter.com/zo5wseNTsh
— Congressman Michael Guest (@RepMichaelGuest) March 29, 2019
SUNHERALD – Analysis: Lawmakers’ decisions affect people’s wallets
Pocketbook issues were an important part of the 2019 Mississippi legislative session.
Senators and representatives approved pay raises for teachers and state employees.
They voted to expand the availability of home-based health services to help some people stay with their own families and avoid living in nursing homes or state mental hospitals.
They gave more money to the Department of Public Safety so it can hire some workers to relieve long lines at driver’s license stations. It was less money than the department requested, but budget writers said they wanted to do something to address the aggravating problem.
Raytheon awarded $58 million Navy contract
This is great news for the hard working men and women of Raytheon. They produce the most advanced radar systems in the world in Forest, Miss. https://t.co/5BtgEEzfyg
— Phil Bryant (@PhilBryantMS) March 31, 2019
WLOX – U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst on Project Eject
Project Eject is an anti-crime initiative up and running in Moss Point and Jackson County. Joining us with details is Southern District U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst.
WLOX – Waveland mourns the passing of former mayor, Tommy Longo
Hancock County Coroner Jim Faulk confirmed former Waveland mayor, Tommy Longo died Saturday night.
Faulk said there is no official cause of death until an autopsy is performed but doesn’t believe his death was the result of anything suspicious or unusual.
