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March 12, 2014

20 week abortion ban passes Mississippi Senate

Bill prohibiting abortions after 20 weeks passes The Senate passed a House bill Tuesday to prohibit abortions after 20 weeks of gestation. The bill allows exceptions only if the mother’s life is in danger or if there are major abnormalities of the fetus. State Sen. Derrick Simmons, D-Greenville, argued there should be exceptions for rape…
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March 12, 2014

Mississippi Sheriffs could be getting a raise

Sheriffs pay bill held for debate Some sheriffs could see a $20,000-a-year boost in pay beginning July 1. On Tuesday, the Senate approved House Bill 1409, which passed unanimously last month in the House. The bill would be on its way to the governor, but it was held on a motion Tuesday that could allow…