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April 14, 2008

Legislature ’08: Foregone revenues

The Clarion-Ledger Editorial, 4/13/8 While scrambling for additional revenue to fund Medicaid, improve public education, build highways, pay for prisons and provide a host of other necessary government functions, the Mississippi Legislature is leaving sales tax money on the table. Americans spend over $136 billion annually on online purchases. One of the reasons those sales…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
April 14, 2008

A look back at legislative session

The Clarion-Ledger, 4/13/8 Ninety-seven days ago today, the 2008 legislative session was gaveled to order. Many lawmakers vowed to make sure public education, Medicaid other needs were properly funded. Passing meaningful legislation was a priority. But with one week left before they go home, how much did lawmakers accomplish? What’s left undone? Here is a…