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Mississippi House not giving up on replacing public education funding formula
SUMMARY: The Mississippi House is pushing to replace the current public school funding formula, the MAEP, with a new model, the INSPIRE Act. Despite initial setbacks, the House amended a Senate bill with the INSPIRE Act language. The Senate presented alternative proposals, including additional funding for K-12 schools and teacher raises, but maintained the MAEP. House Speaker Jason White criticized the Senate's approach, suggesting ulterior motives and a lack of serious debate on funding. Governor Tate Reeves supports the INSPIRE Act, which would allocate funds based on student needs. Lawmakers face pressure to compromise on education funding as the fiscal year's start approaches on July 1.
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SUMMARY: A Mississippi judge sentenced Phillip Collins to life in prison for the murder of James Higgins, which occurred during a drunken rage nearly three years prior. Higgins was found by his daughter at his Gulfport home, having suffered a fatal stab wound. Police identified Collins as a suspect after he was the last person seen with Higgins and lied about his whereabouts. Despite Collins' claim of self-defense, the Gulfport Police Department's investigation led to his confession. Judge Lisa Dodson condemned Collins for his actions and the trauma caused to Higgins' daughter before he was taken into custody.
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SUMMARY: Chad Kelly, the reigning MVP of the Canadian Football League, has been suspended for at least nine regular season games and two preseason games amid sexual harassment allegations. A lawsuit by a former strength and conditioning coach of the Toronto Argonauts accuses Kelly of sexual harassment and claims wrongful termination, seeking damages from both Kelly and the club. Despite denying the allegations, Kelly must undergo assessments and attend counseling sessions on gender-based violence to be reinstated. The league emphasized the importance of player conduct and the need for Kelly's self-reflection. No sanctions were announced against the Argonauts.
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Senate neglects to reconfirm Bentz as wildlife commissioner amid illegal hunting investigation
SUMMARY: Leonard Bentz, Jr. will not return as a Mississippi Wildlife Commissioner after he faced criticism for illegally hunting turkeys in Holmes County. The legislative session ended without Governor Tate Reeves nominating Bentz for reappointment. Despite Bentz's assertion of ignorance regarding the illegal baiting with crickets on the property, his citation added to previous concerns from outdoors enthusiasts questioning his qualifications, particularly concerning chronic wasting disease policies. Bentz, who formerly served as a public service commissioner, was appointed to the wildlife commission by Reeves but is no longer listed as a commissioner on the MDWFP website.
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