Mississippi News

Legislation aimed to help military members and families enacted into law

Published

2 years ago

March 14, 2023

Governor Tate Reeves has signed three bills into law that aim to reduce financial burdens for military service members and their families.

On Monday, Reeves gave his approval of Senate Bill 2649, Senate Bill 2700, and House Bill 49, expressing his support of all service members located across the state.

“Our nation is a beacon of freedom and democracy thanks to the heroic courage and sacrifice of our military service members and their families. For that, all of Mississippi is grateful,” said Reeves. “My administration will always be committed to supporting our military service members and their families, and that’s why I was proud to sign these three important pieces of legislation.”

Out of the three bills, SB 2649 makes it easier for beneficiaries of life insurance policies where the insured is a member or veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces — including the National Guard or Reserves — to receive benefits.

SB 2700 exempts qualified homeowners whose spouse…

———-

By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Legislation aimed to help military members and families enacted into law
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/legislation-aimed-to-help-military-members-and-families-enacted-into-law/
Published Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:56:24 +0000

Up Next

Battle of the Tigers: Jackson State and Memphis to square off in WNIT

Don't Miss

On this day in 1965, Dr. Marion Myles accepted a position at UMMC

Mississippi News

Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

Published

3 days ago

January 19, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-19 09:20:00

SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the deadline for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to find an approved U.S. buyer. This decision follows the removal of TikTok from app stores due to a federal law requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban, citing national security concerns. Trump’s order would delay the law’s restrictions, offering ByteDance more time to negotiate a sale. Despite challenges, including TikTok’s legal disputes, Trump emphasized the app’s potential value and the importance of keeping it operational in the U.S.

Read the full article

The post Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Mississippi News

Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: January 17-19

Published

5 days ago

January 17, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-01-17 07:20:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (January 17-19), Mississippi offers a variety of events. Highlights include the JSU Tiger Parade of Champions in Jackson, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, and several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. The Bridgid Ferguson Trio and Storytelling Festival also take place in Jackson, along with exhibits like “Of Salt and Spirit.” In Vicksburg, enjoy the Winter Youth Rodeo and Peruvian Delights Wine Dinner, while Natchez hosts a Krewe of Phoenix Ball and a Farmers Market. The Pine Belt features Artrageous in Hattiesburg and karaoke in Laurel. Other events include jazz, comedy, and live performances across the region.

Read the full article

The post Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: January 17-19 appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Mississippi News

Biden to address the nation days before Trump's inauguration

Published

7 days ago

January 15, 2025

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-15 10:43:00

SUMMARY: Joe Biden’s presidency aimed to “restore the soul” of America post-Trump, but despite bipartisan legislative successes and international alliances, he struggled to change the political landscape. Four years after defeating Trump, Biden faced electoral defeat as Trump made a political comeback. Polls show only a quarter view Biden favorably, even lower than Trump during his presidency. Although Biden touted achievements in infrastructure and economic recovery, rising costs and inflation eroded public support. As he prepares to leave office, questions persist about his legacy and the permanence of the political shift towards populism, leaving Biden’s ambitions unfulfilled.

Read the full article

The post Biden to address the nation days before Trump's inauguration appeared first on www.wjtv.com