Many new laws take effect today
Many new laws take effect today, potentially changing rules that affect consumers, businesses and public agencies. Readers should review the
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Lawmakers consider lowering car tag fees across Mississippi
Mississippi lawmakers are considering changes that could create a path to lower vehicle registration fees across the state, but for
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Mississippi emerges as model for tackling reading crisis
Mississippi is offering a rare bright spot amid widespread concerns about student literacy, a recent Facebook post said, as lawmakers
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Supporters urge House to back SB 2103 amendment for first responders
Supporters are urging lawmakers to back a House amendment to SB 2103 that they say would help Mississippi first responders
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Mississippi PERS Tier 5 bills die after legislative deadline
Bills proposing changes to Mississippi’s Public Employees Retirement System, commonly referred to as Tier 5 proposals, have died after failing
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Call 601-359-3770 to urge passage of Tier 5 fixes
A Facebook post is urging residents to call 601-359-3770 and leave a message for their House or Senate member to
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Deadline approaches to fix Tier 5 retirement for Mississippi first responders
Advocates for Mississippi first responders warned that a looming legislative deadline requires quick action to address what they call problems
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Mississippi teachers seek earlier access to classroom supply funds
A report released last year found most Mississippi teachers begin the school year without access to classroom supply funds, forcing
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House passes HB 2, sends Mississippi Education Freedom Act to Senate
The Mississippi House of Representatives passed House Bill 2 on its final hurdle and sent the measure to the State
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Mississippi Achieves Record Education Gains with New Legislation
Mississippi has achieved unprecedented education results, leading the nation in reading gains on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, known
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