The Mississippi State Senate has introduced a tax cut plan that contrasts with the House's proposal, focusing on a gradual income tax reduction and a gas tax increase.

House Bill 1 creates a new 5% sales tax on top of the current gas tax. The Senate plan raises the current gas tax by 3 cents each year over the next 3 years. Speaker Jason White has touted the support ...

Cell phones could be restricted in public schools if legislation makes it through the legislative process. It has already cleared a Senate committee.

Mississippi Valley State University is making a trip to Jackson this ... Stations C & D9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. — Floor Activity, Dr. Briggs to address Senate, Senate Chamber9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. — ...

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