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Sarah Ulmer
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February 27, 2020
Bill of the Day: Mississippi’s state book, the Holy Bible
We wouldn’t be in the Bible Belt without at least one bill to designate the Holy Bible as the state book of Mississippi. Authored by Rep. Miles, the submission of HB 203, this is not the first time a piece of legislation like this has graced the Capitol. Over at least the last few years,…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 27, 2020
Human trafficking bill to address gaps in service survives committee deadline
The House Judiciary B Committee took up this year’s Human Trafficking related bill on Thursday morning and then members addressed the bill on the floor passing it by a vote of 89 to 18 . HB 1559 is an act that would address gaps in service for minor victims of trafficking through a statewide coalition…
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Frank Corder
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February 27, 2020
Amendment to MS Constitution on election of Governor passes House, Senate Committees
Should the Governor of Mississippi be elected by the popular vote alone? That is what House Concurrent Resolution 47 authored by Republican State Rep. Jim Beckett seeks to do through an amendment to the Mississippi Constitution. The current requirement to be elected to Governor directs that a candidate must gain a majority vote and win…
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Frank Corder
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February 27, 2020
Congressman Thompson Announces FY 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program
U.S. Rep. Thompson Congressman Thompson Announces FY 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program. The FY 2020 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provides funding support for physical security enhancements and other security related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of a terrorist attack. Eligible nonprofit organizations are those described under section 501(c)(3) of the…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 27, 2020
Optometrists seeking legislation to remove barriers on scope of practice
It is becoming a popular topic of the 2020 Legislative Session and revolves around allowing licensed Optometrists to practice at the full capacity of their training. There are two bills presented this session pertaining to the issue and it is still unclear whether or not they will survive the committee deadline next week. When you…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 27, 2020
House hearing on reforming wine sales gets input from both sides
Debates continue this year on new ways to regulate the alcohol market in Mississippi. Two pieces of legislation, SB 2531 and HB 981, would allow for grocery stores to apply for a retailer’s permit to sell wine. The Temperance subcommittee chaired by Rep. Hank Zuber met on Wednesday to hear from both sides. Many who…
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Magnolia Tribune
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February 27, 2020
YP Daily Roundup 2/27/20
The Parents Campaign pushes back on special needs bill Please ask Senate Education Committee to CLOSE LOOPHOLE IN SB 2594 THAT ALLOWS VOUCHERS FOR ONLINE SCHOOLS. The loophole lets private voucher schools dodge key provision requiring them to offer special education services per student’s IEP. Contact info:https://t.co/v6IlBOd07e pic.twitter.com/h7ptXhLmlw — The Parents’ Campaign (@ParentsCampaign) February 26,…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 26, 2020
Controversial bill involving State Auditor’s office and government assistance beneficiaries passes House
After nearly two hours of debate, the Mississippi House of Representatives passed SB 2257. This bill allows for the State Auditor of Mississippi to examine tax returns of individuals who receive benefits like Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and others. A strike all was added and approved on the bill before it was…
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Magnolia Tribune
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February 26, 2020
Mississippi’s First Lady Lights the Governor’s Mansion Red for Heart Month
Wednesday afternoon, Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves announced that the Governor’s Mansion will once again be lit red for the last few days of February in honor of National Heart Month. Heart Month brings awareness to heart disease patients and their families. Nine years after President Lyndon B. Johnson had his heart attack, he set…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 26, 2020
Public school advocates celebrate Public School Week at the Capitol
This week at the Capitol is “Celebration of Public Schools Week.” Sen. Sollie Norwood was joined by representatives from the Mississippi Association of Educators, American Federation of Teachers, Mississippi NAACP and graduates of public schools to encourage lawmakers to continue investing in the state’s public-school system. Norwood said legislators are looking at some options concerning…
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Magnolia Tribune
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February 26, 2020
Attorney General Fitch Announces Free Community Shred Days Shred Days Coincide with National Consumer Protection Week
As a part of National Consumer Protection Week, Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office will be hosting free community shred days at three statewide locations. “We live in a time where identity theft is on the rise. One in four Americans will experience identity theft in their lifetimes, and these shred days are a good way to…
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Magnolia Tribune
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February 26, 2020
Hyde-Smith addresses rural health care needs during HHS budget review
Asks Sec. Azar for Details on Budget Request to Improve Access, Aid Troubled Rural Hospitals U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today reaffirmed her commitment to work with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to improve rural health care and support financially-troubled rural hospitals. Hyde-Smith, a member of the Senate Telehealth Working Group,…
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Jeremy Pittari
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May 15, 2026
Effort to make all Mississippi school boards elected failed this session. Another try could come in January
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Joshua Rollo
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May 15, 2026
From Mississippi to defending America under the sea: One sailor’s journey to USS Greeneville
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Daniel Tyson
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May 15, 2026
Judge blocks release of discovery materials in Jackson bribery case against Owens, Lumumba, Banks
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Frank Corder
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May 14, 2026
Azuria Water Solutions breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Batesville
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Frank Corder
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May 12, 2026
M&M Bank’s Legear named chair of Atlanta Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council
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Frank Corder
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May 11, 2026
Lockers Manufacturing announces $9.7 million expansion in Batesville
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Eric Olson, Associated Press
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May 15, 2026
These guys don’t just drive the team bus. They go the extra mile for the players who love them
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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May 15, 2026
Hope through the silence
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Alistair Begg
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May 14, 2026
Conformed to His image
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Mike Ezell
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May 14, 2026
Supporting law enforcement shouldn’t be political
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Sid Salter
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May 13, 2026
Remembering the legacies of former GOP Gov. Kirk Fordice and First Lady Pat Fordice
Opinion
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Trey Dellinger
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May 11, 2026
New Mississippi abortion pill law protects women
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