WLOX – Computer science education bill introduced in Miss. Senate
A bill that would require Mississippi public schools to offer computer science to all elementary and high school students has been introduced in the Mississippi Senate.
Senate Bill 2284, championed by C Spire, was introduced by Sen. Scott DeLano and seven co-sponsors. The bill comes after a a campaign aimed at encouraging educators and public policy leaders to promote a computer science in the state.
“We need more rigorous computer science standards in all our schools so that students have the knowledge, skills and abilities to compete for the best jobs in the new 21st century economy,” DeLano said in a news release.
YP – State Rep. Anderson seeks “meaningful sex education” in Mississippi public schools
State Rep. @jerameyanderson seeks “meaningful sex education” in Mississippi schools. #msleg https://t.co/2tT0oUC98d
— Yall Politics (@MSyallpolitics) February 18, 2020
Robin Robinson, wife of former PSC Britton, announces run for HD 88 seat in special election
YP – Sen. Hill seeks to limit number of cases handled by a parole officer
Could limiting the number of cases a parole officer handles improve criminal justice system? Sen. Angela Hill addresses the issue in a recent bill #msleg READ MORE>> https://t.co/e7yHXdQKpk
— Yall Politics (@MSyallpolitics) February 18, 2020
WDAM – Rep. Guest speaks at Covington County Chamber meeting
Mississippi’s Third District congressman spoke to a meeting of Covington County business leaders Tuesday night.
Republican Rep. Michael Guest addressed a general membership meeting of the Covington County Chamber of Commerce.
He spoke about economic opportunities in the state and nation. He also talked about economic challenges that face us.
Gov. Reeves welcomes new House members
Amazing time tonight hosting this year’s new representatives! I look forward to getting to know each of them better and working together for all Mississippians. Excited to have the rest of the Legislature over—new and old! pic.twitter.com/5WOFppiDOz
— Tate Reeves (@tatereeves) February 19, 2020
WTVA – City council tables proposal to use tax returns to pay fines
On Tuesday the Tupelo City Council tabled a proposal that would take state tax return money from the people who owe fines to the city and put the money towards the unpaid fine.
The council voted unanimously stating they had more questions about the process.
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