Bills expanding workforce development initiatives signed into law
“The future of Mississippi’s economy is being decided today,” said Gov. Reeves.
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Starkville man sentenced for Illegal firearms possession
A Starkville man has been sentenced to almost four years in federal prison following his conviction for possession of a firearm by a prior convicted felon.
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Reeves signs series of ‘pro-mom’ pro-life bills
Pro-mom, pro-life legislation signed by Gov. Reeves.
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Bills to protect children from inappropriate, obscene material signed
Gov. Tate Reeves has signed two bills that protect children from accessing obscene, inappropriate, and pornographic materials.
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Brief filed against FDA mail-order abortion regime
Brief is urging the Supreme Court of the United States to reject the FDA’s attempt to push a national mail-order abortion regime in violation of federal law, of state laws, and of the Court’s Dobbs opinion.
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March 24 tornado damage approaching $100 million
“Insured losses from the March 24, 2023 storms in the Mississippi Delta are approaching $100 million,” said Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney.
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Wicker: Calls on Biden to accept Afghanistan withdrawal responsibility
Last week, President Biden released classified and unclassified reports outlining his administration’s decisions before, during, and after the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal of 2021.
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Bill creating a volunteer firefighter service award program signed
House Bill 521 creates the Mississippi Length-of-Service Award Program for volunteer firefighters. The legislation will help to recruit, retain, and reward more volunteer firefighters across the state.
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Bill signings meant to strengthen hospitals
Gov. Tate Reeves announced he has signed three bills that will strengthen hospitals and increase the pipeline of medical professionals in Mississippi.
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Natchez NAACP Headquarters Freedom Trail Marker unveiled
During the 1960s, the house played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement, including serving as a boarding house for civil rights activists.
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