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March 15, 2017

New seat belt law in #msleg amended to those under 18

Miss. bill: Front or back seat, buckle up if under 18 Senate Bill 2724, known as Harlie’s Law, would require passengers under the age of 18, whether sitting in the front or back, to wear a seat belt. The bill originally specified all passengers but it was amended to apply only to those younger than…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
March 15, 2017

If signed into law, bill would provide first time home buyer state income tax break

First-time home buyers get tax break on savings Couples could sock away up to $5,000 a year in savings for their first home exempt from state income taxes under a bill the Legislature passed on Tuesday. House Bill 1601, authored by House Ways and Means Chairman Jeff Smith, R-Columbus, starting next year would allow a single, first-time…