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May 14, 2016

Congressman Bennie Thompson asks NCAA to review punitive actions against MS sports teams for HB1523

Congressman writes to NCAA on HB 1523’s affect on hosting Dear Mr. (Emmert): On April 5, 2016, Governor Phil Bryant of the State of Mississippi signed into law the so-called “Protecting Freedom of Conscience from Government Discrimination Act.” This law purports to protect Mississippians from discrimination by government officials for practicing/observing their religious beliefs. A…
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May 13, 2016

Mississippi Dept of Ed says it will adhere to Obama administration bathroom directive

Statement from the Mississippi Department of Education on U.S. Departments of Education and Justice Guidance CLINTON, Miss. – A safe and caring school environment is critical to a student’s ability to learn and achieve. The Mississippi Department of Education will adhere to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as the joint…