www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-04-29 12:47:47

SUMMARY: House and Senate negotiators in Mississippi are working to expand Medicaid, with differences in their plans that could impact stakeholders. Advocacy groups are pushing for expansion, citing the need to cover the working poor. Meanwhile, a bill to restore voting rights to nonviolent felons failed in the Senate, but advocates are hopeful for next year. A new campaign finance law targets renewable energy companies and public service commissioners, aiming to prevent outside influence. Senator Joel Carter introduced the bill to ensure ratepayers have a say in campaign contributions. The law also applies to broadband office employees. Penalties for violating the law include fines and prison time.

As analysts break down the raw numbers on House and Senate Medicaid expansion plans, people at the heart of the debate speak out at the State Capitol. Hosted by 12 News' Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-04-29 12:24:45

SUMMARY: This special edition of Mississippi Insight focuses on the ongoing discussions about Medicaid expansion in the state. There have been negotiations between the House and Senate, with a compromise plan being proposed by the Senate that includes coverage for individuals up to 138% of the federal poverty level. The House and Senate have also been working on education funding, with changes made to the Inspire Act. Additionally, the program highlights a report card from Republicans for Ukraine grading Mississippi GOP Congressmen on their support for aid to Ukraine. There are concerns about isolationism within the Republican Party and the importance of American leadership in supporting democracies like Ukraine.

House and Senate conferees find themselves near an agreement on Medicaid expansion, but details remain in doubt and time is running short for getting anything done this session. 12 News' Byron Brown and Richard Lake front this special report from the State Capitol. Produced by Tom Wright.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-04-29 12:17:40

SUMMARY: A retrial for Beth White is currently taking place as she is accused of causing a crash that resulted in the death of Allison Conway and her six-month-old son in November 2021. Conway's two other children survived but sustained serious injuries. White faces four counts of aggravated DUI and has pleaded not guilty. The first trial ended with a hung jury, leading to the county re-indicting White for the charges. The retrial aims to determine White's involvement in the tragic accident and potential consequences for her actions.

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