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2023 Mississippi legislative session bill-by-bill recap
Although the 2023 Mississippi legislative session was predicted by some to be uneventful given it's an election year, lawmakers decided to go against the grain and pass a plethora of bills prior to Saturday's sine die.Â
Below is a recap of key legislation that either made it through this year or didn't. Most bills passed will go into effect on July 1.Â
Passed
Largest Budget in State History
Mississippi lawmakers passed a state budget of $7.6 billion — the largest in state history. Over $600 million of those funds will go toward road and infrastructure funding. Roughly $120 million will be spent on education and nearly $104 million will go to struggling state hospitals.
Hospital Aid
As the reality of closure continues to set in for some hospitals across the state, the Republican-led legislature decided to go against full-on Medicaid expansion and instead pass a handful of bills they believe will serve as both short-term and long-term…
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By: SuperTalk News Staff
Title: 2023 Mississippi legislative session bill-by-bill recap
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/2023-mississippi-legislative-session-bill-by-bill-recap/
Published Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2023 21:25:59 +0000
SUMMARY: Two ATV accidents in Lowndes County, Mississippi resulted in two people being airlifted for care. The first crash occurred on Wright Road in Caledonia, where a mother and three children were ejected from a Can-Am side-by-side. Two children were treated and released, the mother was taken to Baptist Golden Triangle, and a six-year-old was airlifted to Jackson. The second crash happened near Canfield Road, where a 24-year-old was thrown from a side-by-side and flown to Jackson for treatment. A passenger in this accident was not injured. Follow WCBI on Facebook for 24/7 news and updates.
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SUMMARY: An inmate in the Lowndes County jail, 52-year-old Eddie Thomas Jr., was found dead in his cell after being in jail for 56 days. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins stated that his staff attempted life-saving measures but Thomas was alone in his cell all night. The death appears to be natural with no signs of trauma, but an autopsy is required. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is handling the death investigation. Thomas was charged with possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. For updates on this news, follow WCBI on Facebook.
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SUMMARY: A family in South Jackson had their home damaged after a large tree collapsed through their roof on Cedar Pine Drive. Fortunately, the daughter survived the incident, with the tree and debris landing just inches away from where they were sleeping. The incident woke them up, prompting them to run before the tree fell through the roof, narrowly missing them. The tree had fallen from a neighbor's backyard, and the family is now trying to figure out their next steps.
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Southern Miss AD Jeremy McClain appointed to Division I Baseball Committee
Two people airlifted after separate ATV accidents in Lowndes Co.
Safe rooms opening in Pearl River County ahead of severe weather
Interview: First responders awards ceremony to be held on May 16 in Amory
Multiple injured in ATV wrecks in Lowndes County
MBI investigates inmate found dead at Lowndes County jail
Alleged gunman behind Mother’s Day triple homicide in Ridgeland killed by police in Arizona
Charlie’s U-Pik: Opening Soon for the Summer Season
Pearl officials provide storm update
Wicker, Hyde-Smith applaud Senate passage of wildlife conservation bill
Mississippi governor approves bill allowing electronic search warrants
Legislation outlawing ‘squatted’ vehicles in Mississippi signed into law
PRC’s Bats Come Alive Late As Blue Devils Beat Picayune To Advance To 6A South State Title Series
Strong storms late Wednesday night – Home – WCBI TV
Louisville names street after a former high school
$30 million RV park coming to Natchez features amphitheater, pickle ball courts, and more
Crews close Jackson street due to large sinkhole
Man arrested for allegedly breaking into home, robbing owner
Lawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
Sheriff's office says no charges, no fines for teens who admitted to illegal dumping
Safe rooms opening in Pearl River County ahead of severe weather
Interview: First responders awards ceremony to be held on May 16 in Amory
Multiple injured in ATV wrecks in Lowndes County
Pearl officials provide storm update
Three found dead inside Ridgeland home identified
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SuperTalk FM5 days agoMississippi governor approves bill allowing electronic search warrants
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SuperTalk FM7 days ago
Legislation outlawing ‘squatted’ vehicles in Mississippi signed into law
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228Sports6 days ago
PRC’s Bats Come Alive Late As Blue Devils Beat Picayune To Advance To 6A South State Title Series
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Mississippi News6 days agoStrong storms late Wednesday night – Home – WCBI TV
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Mississippi News5 days ago
Louisville names street after a former high school
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SuperTalk FM5 days ago
$30 million RV park coming to Natchez features amphitheater, pickle ball courts, and more
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Mississippi News5 days ago
Crews close Jackson street due to large sinkhole
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Mississippi Today3 days agoLawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
