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EPA places blame on Mississippi health department for Jackson’s 2022 water crisis

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-08-14 17:29:24

SUMMARY: A federal report by the EPA’s Office of Inspector General accuses the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) of malpractice leading to a water crisis in Jackson, leaving residents without water for over a month in 2022. The report indicates that MSDH failed to enforce the Safe Drinking Water Act and did not properly document significant deficiencies in Jackson’s water system from 2015-2021. Issues included malfunctioning treatment processes and a lack of communication about elevated lead levels. The OIG recommends improvements to MSDH’s sanitary surveys and better communication with the EPA to prevent future crises.

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Gov. Tate Reeves vetoes legislation reforming CON laws, cites willingness to negotiate with lawmakers

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-04-25 15:00:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves has vetoed House Bill 569, intended to reform Mississippi’s certificate of need (CON) laws, which require healthcare providers to obtain government approval for significant expenditures. The bill aimed to raise the expenditure thresholds and assess exemptions for small hospitals regarding dialysis centers. Reeves opposed it due to a late amendment by Senator Hob Bryan, which he argued violated the separation of powers and interfered with ongoing litigation involving specific hospitals. While Reeves supports CON reform, he insists that any changes must be equally applied. He may address the issue in an upcoming special session focused on the state budget.

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What Mississippians need to know as REAL ID deadline looms

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April 25, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-25 14:11:00

SUMMARY: U.S. residents, including those in Mississippi, have until May 7 to obtain a REAL ID to fly commercially. REAL ID is a federally compliant state-issued ID established by the 2005 Real ID Act to enhance airport and federal building security. To get a REAL ID in Mississippi, individuals must visit a driver’s license service bureau with specific documents, including a Social Security card and proof of residency. Most Mississippi drivers issued licenses since 2018 already have REAL IDs. After May 7, REAL IDs can still be obtained but won’t be valid for air travel or federal access until issued.

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Legislation restricting sale of kratom to become law on July 1

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-04-25 11:09:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has signed House Bill 1077, banning synthetic kratom products and restricting sales to those 21 and older. This law comes after intense debate on kratom, which has been linked to both addiction and relief from other narcotics. The bill passed unanimously through both the House and Senate, reflecting a compromise between differing views. Kratom, known for its opioid-like effects, is acknowledged by the FDA and CDC as potentially dangerous, with 4,100 related deaths reported between 2020 and 2022. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, amid calls for further regulation and research.

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