Not Many Legislative Achievements in 2009 -- Economy, Falling Tax Revenue Limit Creative Programs

The Commercial Appeal (2007-Current) › March 24, 2009

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Some years, Mississippi lawmakers arrive at the Capitol with big ideas and bold strategies for accomplishing their goals. In 2009, not so much.

This year has been defined by a struggling economy and anemic tax collections, and that has limited the possibilities for innovative new programs in education, health care and other state services.

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Not Many Legislative Achievements in 2009 -- Economy, Falling Tax Revenue Limit Creative Programs

Legislators convened in early January and originally were scheduled to end their session in early April. They're now considering taking a few we...

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