AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMississippi Public Safety: A new state law (SB 2710) takes effect July 1, sending some minors accused of firearm crimes to adult circuit court instead of youth court, while also boosting penalties for stolen-gun offenses—especially when stolen guns later show up in violent crimes. Voting Rights Fight: The fallout from a U.S. Supreme Court ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act is still driving protests and redistricting battles across the South, with Black voters and civil rights groups warning that representation could shrink again. Education & Cost Pressure: A Florida teacher-pay story highlights the squeeze—ranked last for teacher pay—while broader reporting points to a “learning recession” and falling test performance in parts of the region. Community Notes: Gentiva Hospice opened a larger office in Meridian, expanding local care capacity.
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