Reeves extends mask mandate for 75 counties
The mask mandate that covers most of the state has been extended until March 3. Under the updated mask mandate put in place Wednesday by Gov. Tate Reeves, 75 of … Read More
Author: Bobby Harrison
Bill aims to strip authority over Medicaid from governor
Medicaid, the state agency with the largest budget, will be removed from the control of the governor and placed under an independent commission under legislation that has cleared committee and is now … Read More
Some legislators see value of expanding Medicaid for prisoners
The Mississippi Legislature is considering a proposal to expand Medicaid – for incarcerated people. The state’s Republican leadership has long rejected efforts to expand Medicaid, as is allowed under the … Read More
Despite safety protocols, another senator tests positive for COVID
Since both the House and Senate have instituted extra COVID-19 safety guidelines this week, at least one additional legislator has tested positive for the coronavirus. Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said … Read More