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January 8, 2008

Battle Over Former Senator’s Seat May Soon Be Settled

WAPT, 1/8/8 The ongoing battle over the election date to select a permanent replacement for Sen. Trent Lott’s seat may soon be settled. Next Monday, Judge Bobby DeLaughter will hear the complaint filed by Attorney General Jim Hood. Gov. Haley Barbour appointed Rep. Roger Wicker to be the interim senator and set a special election…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 8, 2008

Insurance exchange deserves hearing

The Hattiesburg American, 1/8/8 Gov. Haley Barbour is taking steps to address the health insurance gap in Mississippi, particularly for those who work in small businesses. He said last week that he will propose legislation that would authorize a health insurance exchange for small businesses. He also followed through with his campaign pledge to examine…