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Mississippi governor rejects revenue estimate, fearing it would erode support for income tax cut

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6 months ago

November 16, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – Associated Press – 2023-11-16 08:17:22

SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves refused to accept legislators' revenue projection, concerned it would be too low to support his proposed income tax cuts. Economists predict a slowdown in the state and U.S. economies for 2024 and 2025, which could affect revenue. The Revenue Estimating Group suggested a slightly higher projection than the budget committee's, but the committee tried to stick to a previous figure. Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, believes there's sufficient revenue for tax cuts. Reeves insists on a higher estimate to justify tax reductions, and an agreement is pending for a tax bill to pass in 2024.

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May 19, 2024

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Hancock Chamber announces Small Business Grant recipients and Regan Kane as the 2024 Jody Compretta Person of Passion, names Mary M. Perkins board member Emeritus

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May 18, 2024

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Family files lawsuit after teen’s suicide in Harrison County Jail

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – Brooke Parker – 2024-05-17 21:34:31

SUMMARY: The family of 16-year-old Kayelyn Gwen Drake, who committed suicide at the Harrison County Adult Detention Center, is suing the Harrison County Sheriff's Office and jail medical center for personal injuries and wrongful death. Kayelyn's family believes she was wrongfully accused of armed robbery and would still be alive if not for the actions of the Sheriff's Department. They describe Kayelyn as a good student who enjoyed singing and photography, and claim that she was falsely implicated in the crime due to being in the wrong place at the wrong time. The family also criticizes the handling of Kayelyn's case by law enforcement, alleging negligence and lack of support.

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