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Will Supreme Court rely on ‘plain reading’ of law in two highly partisan cases?
Judges often say they look first at and follow the “the plain language” of the law in deciding a case. But in recent years, Mississippi Supreme Court justices have been inconsistent in adhering to that “plain language” principle.
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Legislative watchdog highlights problems with controversial School Recognition Program
A recent report warns that lawmakers do not have up-to-date information to make funding decisions for a teacher merit pay program, and the law as it exists is unclear about the state Department of Education’s responsibility in administering it.
Supreme Court sides with Gov. Tate Reeves in partial veto fight with speaker
The Supreme Court upheld Gov. Tate Reeves’ partial veto of legislation this year providing funds to multiple entities to combat COVID-19.
Lawmakers say health programs vetoed by Reeves can be funded if Supreme Court acts quickly
Whether state money can be spent to fund healthcare programs could depend on how quickly the Mississippi Supreme Court acts.
Gov. Reeves gave to Justice Coleman’s campaign. Now Coleman is hearing a case against Reeves.
Gov. Tate Reeves publicly endorsed Supreme Court Justice Josiah Coleman just before the election and gave Coleman $5,000 earlier this year.
Supreme Court hears arguments in clash between Gov. Tate Reeves, legislative leaders
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday about Gov. Tate Reeves’ partial veto of a bill passed this year that appropriated CARES Act funds.
Four new lawmakers elected Tuesday, and one legislative vacancy remains
Six legislative vacancies have occurred this year, an unusually high number in the first year of a new four-year term.
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