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March 19, 2013

Medicaid status could affect state finances, according to Moody’s report

Medicaid status could affect state finances, according to Moody’s report Mississippi House Democrats said Monday that the state could hurt its own financial standing if it rejects Medicaid expansion, but Republican Gov. Phil Bryant said he’s not convinced that would happen and he still opposes putting more people on the government health program. Democrats pointed…
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March 18, 2013

MS Legislative Budget could hinge on revised estimate

Budget could hinge on revised estimate Last week, both chambers passed bills that staked out their respective budget positions as the Legislature enters the conference or negotiations process. There are differences between the two chambers, but in reality they are not that far apart. The Senate budget is $5.61 billion, or $58.5 million above what…