SUMMARY: Mississippi Democrats are cautious about approving a Medicaid expansion plan due to false hope it may create. The plan includes a work requirement for new Medicaid recipients and is being discussed by House and Senate leaders. Mississippi is one of the poorest states and has not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act. Republicans and Democrats have differing views on the expansion, with some seeing it as vital for providing healthcare to low-income individuals. The federal government may reject Mississippi's work requirement, leading to ongoing approval challenges. The plan aims to expand Medicaid coverage to thousands of residents in need.

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SUMMARY: Acadian Ambulance Service is launching 911 emergency response service in Harrison County and the cities of D'Iberville, Long Beach, and Pass Christian starting May 1, 2024. They will have a fleet of 13 ambulances with specialty care transport capabilities and specialized ambulances for bariatric patients. Acadian has two stations in Harrison County and posting points throughout the area for efficient operations. They have been accredited since 1995 and have a high standard of service. The transition of services was tested and verified, ensuring seamless operation. Damon Wilson will be the operations manager for Harrison County. Acadian has welcomed over 70 employees to their Gulf Coast operations.

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SUMMARY: The Jackson County Board of Supervisors and Singing River Health System oppose a new healthcare facility in Gautier partnering with Memorial and Merit Health. They argue it will worsen staffing shortages and not handle cardiac emergencies. The Board opposes the use of TIF bonds for development and requests collaboration with SRHS. Private doctors seek to build a surgery center and are not willing to remove Merit and Memorial Hospital from the project. The city plans to use TIF bonds for infrastructure development. The developers are awaiting a certificate of need, with SRHS threatening to appeal. A public hearing is scheduled for May 7th.

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