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Feb 27, 2023: Mississippi Today: Speaker Philip Gunn will not block postpartum Medicaid extension from House passage
The Senate, led by fellow Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, has several times passed a bill to extend Medicaid postpartum coverage. But the proposal has died in the House without a vote under Gunn’s direction. Gunn opposes Medicaid expansion and has said he was concerned the postpartum coverage extension would be considered such expansion. January 26, 2023: DeSoto County News: Hosemann backs legislation aimed at crime reduction
Six Senate bills making their way through the Mississippi legislative process seek to set minimum sentences for some pervasive crimes and reduce theft of public tax dollars. “We have seen an uptick nationwide, during and after the pandemic, in violent crimes like armed carjacking. No Mississippian should be afraid they are going to be held up getting into a vehicle in their driveway or at the grocery store,” Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann said. “We have to have deterrents in the law, including minimum sentencing.” |
Dec 28, 2022: The Clarion Ledger posted an Op/ed written Hoseman listing the top priorities for legislation in 2023. "From transportation to education, the Lieutenant Governor’s Office is preparing a full slate of conservative legislation." Includes: Tax Rebate, Infrastructure, Education, Pro-Life, Efficiency,
Jan 5, 2023: Hosemann filed qualifying papers at state Republican headquarters for a 2nd term as Lt Governor. |
Jan 18. 2023: Desoto County News: Hosemann: Legislation aims to stabilize hospitals, grow healthcare workforce
“Mississippians should have access to affordable, quality healthcare, and our hospitals across the state are a critical part of this network,” Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said. “The proposed funding is short-term, but these bills also are the beginning of a thoughtful, candid conversation about the delivery of healthcare in our state.”
“Mississippians should have access to affordable, quality healthcare, and our hospitals across the state are a critical part of this network,” Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said. “The proposed funding is short-term, but these bills also are the beginning of a thoughtful, candid conversation about the delivery of healthcare in our state.”
January 6, 2023: Daily Leader: Mississippi lawmakers won’t challenge vetoes for projects
Reeves and Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, both Republicans, are seeking reelection. Hosemann said in a separate interview Thursday that the House would have had to take the first step toward an override this week because the vetoed items were in a bill that originated in the House.
As to whether the Senate would have had enough support for an override, Hosemann said: “I don’t know that because we never took a vote on it. That was a House bill. They had to bring it out of the House. I understand today they didn’t bring it out. I suppose we’ll never know. If they’d have brought it out, I guess we’d have addressed it in the Senate and found out.”
Reeves and Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, both Republicans, are seeking reelection. Hosemann said in a separate interview Thursday that the House would have had to take the first step toward an override this week because the vetoed items were in a bill that originated in the House.
As to whether the Senate would have had enough support for an override, Hosemann said: “I don’t know that because we never took a vote on it. That was a House bill. They had to bring it out of the House. I understand today they didn’t bring it out. I suppose we’ll never know. If they’d have brought it out, I guess we’d have addressed it in the Senate and found out.”
Jan 5, 2023: Mississippi Today: Hosemann kicks off reelection campaign before overflow crowd
Delbert Hosemann filed qualifying papers Thursday at the state Republican Party headquarters to seek a second term as lieutenant governor.
Hosemann announced his reelection bid before an overflow crowd in the party headquarters conference room. The entryway to the headquarters building also was elbow to elbow with people who could not get into the conference room.
Delbert Hosemann filed qualifying papers Thursday at the state Republican Party headquarters to seek a second term as lieutenant governor.
Hosemann announced his reelection bid before an overflow crowd in the party headquarters conference room. The entryway to the headquarters building also was elbow to elbow with people who could not get into the conference room.
Dec 22, 2022: Clarion Ledger: Healthcare, infrastructure top list of 2023 session priorities for Mississippi lieutenant governor
With the Mississippi legislature's next regular session less than two weeks away, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann laid out a number of priorities he'd like to see pass in 2023.
Atop his list were healthcare and infrastructure, with education and taxes also being mentioned during a meeting with news media Wednesday.
With the Mississippi legislature's next regular session less than two weeks away, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann laid out a number of priorities he'd like to see pass in 2023.
Atop his list were healthcare and infrastructure, with education and taxes also being mentioned during a meeting with news media Wednesday.
Dec 16, 2022: Northside Sun: SENATE STUDY GROUP BACKS CHANGES TO SUPPORT MOMS AND FAMILIES
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann tasked the group with reviewing the needs of Mississippi families and children from birth to age 3, following the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that allowed the state’s near-total abortion ban to take effect.
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann tasked the group with reviewing the needs of Mississippi families and children from birth to age 3, following the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that allowed the state’s near-total abortion ban to take effect.
Dec 3, 2022: Sam R Hall: Daily Journal: Mississippi school districts should give serious consideration to year-round school calendar
School districts across Mississippi are considering year-round or balanced school calendars. The idea is a key piece of Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann's upcoming legislative agenda. And newly named State Superintendent Robert Taylor is a big proponent.
School districts across Mississippi are considering year-round or balanced school calendars. The idea is a key piece of Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann's upcoming legislative agenda. And newly named State Superintendent Robert Taylor is a big proponent.
Dec 2, 2022: Y'all Politics: LTG Hosemann makes newest appointment to Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board
Marcy Scoggins, is a longtime Madison County Schools’ parent and the Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann’s newest appointee to the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board. She will serve a term ending in August 2025 upon confirmation by the Mississippi Senate during the 2023 Legislative Session.
Dec 1, 2022: Mississippi Today: McDaniel blasts Hosemann as too liberal, weighs Lt. Gov. run
Longtime state Sen. Chris McDaniel, once the standard bearer for tea party conservatives in Mississippi who made two unsuccessful U.S. Senate runs, is pondering a challenge of incumbent Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann next year.
Marcy Scoggins, is a longtime Madison County Schools’ parent and the Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann’s newest appointee to the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board. She will serve a term ending in August 2025 upon confirmation by the Mississippi Senate during the 2023 Legislative Session.
Dec 1, 2022: Mississippi Today: McDaniel blasts Hosemann as too liberal, weighs Lt. Gov. run
Longtime state Sen. Chris McDaniel, once the standard bearer for tea party conservatives in Mississippi who made two unsuccessful U.S. Senate runs, is pondering a challenge of incumbent Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann next year.
Nov 21, 2022: Scott County Times: OPINION: CAN COMMON SENSE WIN AGAIN?
By anchoring his own re-election prospects to the tax cut, Reeves hopes to pressure common sense champion Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann to back his proposal in the upcoming 2023 session. This year it was Hosemann’s Senate that forced the compromise to eliminate only the 4% bracket.
By anchoring his own re-election prospects to the tax cut, Reeves hopes to pressure common sense champion Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann to back his proposal in the upcoming 2023 session. This year it was Hosemann’s Senate that forced the compromise to eliminate only the 4% bracket.
Nov 11, 2022: Leader-Call: COLUMN: Red-faced Republicans
And speaking of DeSantis, he should also become the poster child for Republican states, including Mississippi. Yes, here in Mississippi, the lieutenant governor holds the power, not the governor, but that doesn’t mean we can’t turn this state into a conservative, liberty-loving juggernaut like Florida. All we have to do is make sure that our own Chris McDaniel runs for lieutenant governor, and then make sure that he defeats the Democrat disguised as a Republican who currently holds that office, Delbert Hosemann.....
And speaking of DeSantis, he should also become the poster child for Republican states, including Mississippi. Yes, here in Mississippi, the lieutenant governor holds the power, not the governor, but that doesn’t mean we can’t turn this state into a conservative, liberty-loving juggernaut like Florida. All we have to do is make sure that our own Chris McDaniel runs for lieutenant governor, and then make sure that he defeats the Democrat disguised as a Republican who currently holds that office, Delbert Hosemann.....
Nov 3, 2022: Daily Leader: Lawmakers pass $247M in incentives for aluminum mill
Lt. Gov. Hosemann said Mississippi was in competition with at least two other states for the project. Gov. Tate Reeves said Monday when he called the special session on short notice that the incentive package needed to be approved quickly to help the company with “speed to market” and ensure the mill was built in Mississippi.
Nov 2, 2022: WTOK: Lawmakers give the green light to nearly $247 million in incentives for Lowndes County economic development project
“They tell me I’m bound to secrecy, but they didn’t ever tell me the exact name of the company, myself,” said Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann just before lunch Wednesday. “We are very excited about this project. The two-and-a-half billion-dollar project doesn’t come to Mississippi very often, but you’ll see it come in more often. The state is open for business.”
Lt. Gov. Hosemann said Mississippi was in competition with at least two other states for the project. Gov. Tate Reeves said Monday when he called the special session on short notice that the incentive package needed to be approved quickly to help the company with “speed to market” and ensure the mill was built in Mississippi.
Nov 2, 2022: WTOK: Lawmakers give the green light to nearly $247 million in incentives for Lowndes County economic development project
“They tell me I’m bound to secrecy, but they didn’t ever tell me the exact name of the company, myself,” said Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann just before lunch Wednesday. “We are very excited about this project. The two-and-a-half billion-dollar project doesn’t come to Mississippi very often, but you’ll see it come in more often. The state is open for business.”
Jan 6, 2022: Mississippi Today: House Republicans pass redistricting plan that creates sprawling majority-Black congressional district
The plan approved Thursday was created by a joint redistricting committee composed of legislators appointed by Republican House Speaker Philip Gunn and Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 4, 2022: Clarion Ledger: Cutting income tax top priority for Mississippi leaders in 2022. Medicaid expansion unlikely.
Hosemann didn't reveal his plan at all, only saying he hopes to pass substantive income tax relief in 2022. He is against increasing any tax, and said his bill would only decrease rates.
Nov 30, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Mississippi Votes Fights To Revive The Ballot Initiative Process
In September, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and House Speaker Philip Gunn claimed to have the votes to pass a measure to replace the medical-marijuana program voters adopted last year, but the Mississippi Supreme Court shot it down. Reeves, along with Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, expressed their concerns with the bill, but rather than reconvene the Legislature to get those concerns worked out, Reeves has failed to govern. However, he has enough time to publicly decry critical race theory and mask mandates all while one out of every 296 Mississippians have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Nov 7, 2021: Miami Herald: Analysis: Mississippi faces big decisions on relief money
Congress allocated $1.8 billion for Mississippi through the American Rescue Plan, and the first half of the money arrived in the state treasury in May, weeks after legislators finished their 2021 session.
Oct 12, 2021:WJTV: One-on-one with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann
Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said it's imperative that the money go to “transformational projects."
Oct 11, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Critical race theory a 'threat'? What new Mississippi report says and why you should care.
Mississippi Center for Public Policy says the state Department of Education should not recommend “course content that is highly partisan and aggressively progressive” on race. The center also says Reeves, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Gunn should nominate people to the state Board of Education who will oppose critical race theory
The plan approved Thursday was created by a joint redistricting committee composed of legislators appointed by Republican House Speaker Philip Gunn and Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 4, 2022: Clarion Ledger: Cutting income tax top priority for Mississippi leaders in 2022. Medicaid expansion unlikely.
Hosemann didn't reveal his plan at all, only saying he hopes to pass substantive income tax relief in 2022. He is against increasing any tax, and said his bill would only decrease rates.
Nov 30, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Mississippi Votes Fights To Revive The Ballot Initiative Process
In September, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and House Speaker Philip Gunn claimed to have the votes to pass a measure to replace the medical-marijuana program voters adopted last year, but the Mississippi Supreme Court shot it down. Reeves, along with Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, expressed their concerns with the bill, but rather than reconvene the Legislature to get those concerns worked out, Reeves has failed to govern. However, he has enough time to publicly decry critical race theory and mask mandates all while one out of every 296 Mississippians have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Nov 7, 2021: Miami Herald: Analysis: Mississippi faces big decisions on relief money
Congress allocated $1.8 billion for Mississippi through the American Rescue Plan, and the first half of the money arrived in the state treasury in May, weeks after legislators finished their 2021 session.
Oct 12, 2021:WJTV: One-on-one with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann
Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said it's imperative that the money go to “transformational projects."
Oct 11, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Critical race theory a 'threat'? What new Mississippi report says and why you should care.
Mississippi Center for Public Policy says the state Department of Education should not recommend “course content that is highly partisan and aggressively progressive” on race. The center also says Reeves, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Gunn should nominate people to the state Board of Education who will oppose critical race theory
Sept 24, 2021; Hattiesburg American: State leaders want a special session to address COVID relief and medical marijuana
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn said Friday they want Gov. Tate Reeves to call a special legislative session to address COVID-19 relief and legalizing medical marijuana.
Sept 21, 2021: Y'all Politics: State Senator McDaniel: Medicaid expansion is not the answer
I agree with Governor Tate Reeves and will not support an expansion of the federal-state program. Instead, I believe the Legislature must reform Medicaid, and we should do it by not growing the size of government.
Nevertheless, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann refuses to rule out an expansion of Medicaid. Based on his public statements, he supports more significant government involvement in healthcare matters, departing from traditional GOP beliefs. In particular, most Republican voters disagree with Hosemann’s support for Obamacare’s Medicaid expansion.
Sept 5, 2021: Supertalk: Hosemann honored by National Guard for efforts to increase voting access
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has been recognized by the National Guard Association for his efforts to increase access to voting for overseas servicemembers. The Lt. Governor’s office shared the following information regarding the award.
Aug 22, 2021: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: BOBBY HARRISON: Gov. Tate Reeves was a non-equivocator until COVID-19 vaccines
Perhaps he learned that from watching recent social media posts in support of getting the vaccine by Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker Philip Gunn.
They simply said it was the right thing to do.
Hosemann said, “Please receive the free vaccine. Protect your family, your friends and your fellow Mississippians.
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn said Friday they want Gov. Tate Reeves to call a special legislative session to address COVID-19 relief and legalizing medical marijuana.
Sept 21, 2021: Y'all Politics: State Senator McDaniel: Medicaid expansion is not the answer
I agree with Governor Tate Reeves and will not support an expansion of the federal-state program. Instead, I believe the Legislature must reform Medicaid, and we should do it by not growing the size of government.
Nevertheless, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann refuses to rule out an expansion of Medicaid. Based on his public statements, he supports more significant government involvement in healthcare matters, departing from traditional GOP beliefs. In particular, most Republican voters disagree with Hosemann’s support for Obamacare’s Medicaid expansion.
Sept 5, 2021: Supertalk: Hosemann honored by National Guard for efforts to increase voting access
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has been recognized by the National Guard Association for his efforts to increase access to voting for overseas servicemembers. The Lt. Governor’s office shared the following information regarding the award.
Aug 22, 2021: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: BOBBY HARRISON: Gov. Tate Reeves was a non-equivocator until COVID-19 vaccines
Perhaps he learned that from watching recent social media posts in support of getting the vaccine by Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker Philip Gunn.
They simply said it was the right thing to do.
Hosemann said, “Please receive the free vaccine. Protect your family, your friends and your fellow Mississippians.
Nov 6, 2019: Commercial Appeal: Mississippi elections: Here's who won in DeSoto County, statewide races
Lieutenant Governor: DeSoto County voters also overwhelmingly voted for Republican Delbert Hosemann for the state’s second-in-command. Statewide, Hosemann received 60% of the vote to Democrat Jay Hughes’ 40%. In DeSoto County, Hosemann earned 67% of the vote.
Lieutenant Governor: DeSoto County voters also overwhelmingly voted for Republican Delbert Hosemann for the state’s second-in-command. Statewide, Hosemann received 60% of the vote to Democrat Jay Hughes’ 40%. In DeSoto County, Hosemann earned 67% of the vote.
Apr 27, 2016: Madison County Journal: PERRY/Reform campaign finance
On Tuesday, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann told Paul Gallo, host of the eponymous radio show on the Supertalk Mississippi network, “I’m going back to the governor and ask him to put the elections bill on the special session.” Hosemann said the bill — which would, among other things, tighten disclosure rules on political action committees, restrict the personal use of campaign funds and require full itemization of credit card expenses on campaign finance reports — was “fumbled by the Legislature.”
Apr 27, 2016: MBJ: Jeremy Martin to serve as assistant secretary of state for North Mississippi
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann has announced Jeremy Martin has been promoted to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for North Mississippi. He has served as the North Mississippi Service Coordinator since 2008.
Mar 14, 2016: Sun Herald: Mississippi secretary of state shuts down cancer charity
A news release from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said his office has ordered Ocean Springs-based MS Gulf Coast Bluebird Cancer Retreat to stop soliciting donations. He said his office found several violations of state law, including failing to provide exam records and failing to notify Hosemann's office of changes in the organization.
Mar 8, 2016: NewsMs: Polling Problems in Madison County Could Cause Redo
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says it will be up to the county election officials to decide.
Mar 8, 2016: WAPT: Mississippi not included in Super Tuesday
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann led last year’s measure to move the primary up arguing that the state is losing millions in advertising dollars. It passed in the House, but failed in the Senate. Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves’ office said a lot of senators were worried that the state would be overlooked by presidential candidates if it were grouped with other states in Super Tuesday.
Feb 27, 2016: Magee News: Supreme Court amended opinion in election ballot appeal of Dr. Willie Wilson v. Delbert Hosemann
The Mississippi Supreme Court today issued an amended opinion in the presidential election ballot appeal of Dr. Willie Wilson v. Delbert Hosemann, 2016-IA-0148, in response to the Secretary of State’s Motion to Alter or Amend the Judgment.
Feb 7, 2016: NewsMs: Voter reform for Mississippi
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is getting serious about changes in voter registration across the state.
Jan 30, 2016: Daily Corinthian: Pre-election voting: Still just an idea
With a new session of the Legislature in progress, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is again trying to nudge Mississippi toward approval of early voting.
Jan 29, 2016: USA Today: New state voting laws face first presidential election test
Mississippi’s 2012 voter ID law didn't hamper participation in last year’s governor’s race, according to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 28, 2016: Gulf Live: Mississippi attorney general seeks more wiretap authority
Hood — the only Democrat left in statewide office — also is working with Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann to try to tighten some campaign laws. They propose requiring candidates to disclose details about campaigns' credit-card purchases. They also seek to require more detailed disclaimers about who buys political advertising.
Jan 25, 2016: DeSoto Times: Secretary Hosemann’s heart in right place
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann did not receive the recognition due for his masterful management in seeking passage, heading off federal resistance and in implementation of Mississippi’s Voter ID law.
Jan 25, 2016: WDAM: Mississippi's election laws could get a makeover
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann proposed changes to state election laws last week. They were picked apart by a study group following the controversial McDaniel versus Cochran Senate race. It brought about several questions of the inner workings of the election laws.
Jan 19, 2016: NewsMs: Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann has new plans for election laws
In a press conference today, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann announced a proposed complete revision of Mississippi Election Laws. The Secretary of State’s Election Code Study Group has recommended strengthening, updating and reorganizing the state’s election laws.
Jan 8, 2016: WCBI: Video: Delbert Hosemann Addresses Funeral Services
Some state leaders don’t believe their needs to be more regulations. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says Mississippi needs to make sure cemeteries are insured.
Dec 31, 2015: Enterprise-journal: Rawlings, Hosemann encourage donations for tornado relief
McComb Mayor Whitney Rawlings relayed a message from Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann encouraging residents to donate money for those in need.
Dec 19, 2015: Daily Journal: State’s ‘Y’all’ website pulling visitors worldwide
The site, www.YallBusiness.sos.ms.gov, brings together economic, census and consumer data into one comprehensive website. It also has a link on the main Secretary of State website. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says the site has already had approximately 10,000 visitors from every state and many foreign countries.
Dec 10, 2015: Gulf Live: Hosemann expects new Deer Island public pier to be complete in 6-8 weeks
"Access to Deer Island has always been dependent upon having a boat. That's about to change," Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said in April when he announced a project to build a public pier on Deer Island.
Oct 9, 2015: MyFox Memphis: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $494,317. Spent $225,800. Cash on hand $1.3 million.
Oct 13, 2015: WLOX: DMR receives $7.8 million tidelands check
Tuesday is a day the Department of Marine Resources has been anticipating for quite some time. That's because $7.8 million was returned to the coast. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann and state law makers joined in presenting the tidelands fund check to DMR.
Oct 2, 2015: WDAM: Hosemann: "Real work starts now" on state flag initiative
Supporters of a ballot initiative to remove the Confederate battle emblem from the Mississippi flag have a lot of footwork and phone calls ahead of them, according to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Aug 18, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Costco Looms Over City Economic Development Talks
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann also sent Jackson a letter saying that because the state owns the land where Smith-Wills stands, ownership would revert to the state if the city tried to use it for another purpose.
Aug 13, 2015: Commercial Appeal: Grassroots initiative on Miss. education funding gets crowd's support
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann hosted the second of eight public hearings statewide in Hernando to discuss Measure 42 and Alternate Measure 42A, two proposed amendments to the state constitution that would dictate how the Legislature funds Mississippi’s public school districts.
July 30, 2015: WLBT: Mississippi treasurer candidates spar over money management
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he has improved management of public lands that generate revenue for schools. He also praised a law that took effect last year, requiring voters to show government-issued photo identification at the polls. He said critics predicted voter ID would be a calamity: "They were all wrong
July 16, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Incumbents rack up cash
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $191,010. Spent $66,686. Cash on hand $1.1 million.
July 16, 2015: AP: Most Miss. incumbents continue with campaign cash advantage
The three candidates reporting the most campaign cash on hand are Republican incumbents - Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves with $3 million, Gov. Phil Bryant with $2.8 million and Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann with $1.1 million.
July 7, 2015: Clarion Ledger: State agencies ordered to plan for massive cuts
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he's uncertain where his office could cut 7.8 percent, "But we're going to go sit down and figure that out."
June 11, 2015: Washington Times: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $146,225. Spent $48,300. Cash on hand $1.1 million.
June 11, 2015: WTOK: Most Incumbents Ahead of Challengers in Fundraising
Three Republican incumbents have more than a million dollars cash on hand: Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
June 1, 2015: Daily Journal: BILL CRAWFORD: Politicians are right to question Oxford House
Last week he gained two powerful allies. Gov. Phil Bryant called on MDMH director Diana Mikula to stop supporting Oxford Houses. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann ordered Oxford House Inc. to cease and desist soliciting charitable contributions “in and from the State of Mississippi.”
On Tuesday, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann told Paul Gallo, host of the eponymous radio show on the Supertalk Mississippi network, “I’m going back to the governor and ask him to put the elections bill on the special session.” Hosemann said the bill — which would, among other things, tighten disclosure rules on political action committees, restrict the personal use of campaign funds and require full itemization of credit card expenses on campaign finance reports — was “fumbled by the Legislature.”
Apr 27, 2016: MBJ: Jeremy Martin to serve as assistant secretary of state for North Mississippi
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann has announced Jeremy Martin has been promoted to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for North Mississippi. He has served as the North Mississippi Service Coordinator since 2008.
Mar 14, 2016: Sun Herald: Mississippi secretary of state shuts down cancer charity
A news release from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said his office has ordered Ocean Springs-based MS Gulf Coast Bluebird Cancer Retreat to stop soliciting donations. He said his office found several violations of state law, including failing to provide exam records and failing to notify Hosemann's office of changes in the organization.
Mar 8, 2016: NewsMs: Polling Problems in Madison County Could Cause Redo
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says it will be up to the county election officials to decide.
Mar 8, 2016: WAPT: Mississippi not included in Super Tuesday
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann led last year’s measure to move the primary up arguing that the state is losing millions in advertising dollars. It passed in the House, but failed in the Senate. Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves’ office said a lot of senators were worried that the state would be overlooked by presidential candidates if it were grouped with other states in Super Tuesday.
Feb 27, 2016: Magee News: Supreme Court amended opinion in election ballot appeal of Dr. Willie Wilson v. Delbert Hosemann
The Mississippi Supreme Court today issued an amended opinion in the presidential election ballot appeal of Dr. Willie Wilson v. Delbert Hosemann, 2016-IA-0148, in response to the Secretary of State’s Motion to Alter or Amend the Judgment.
Feb 7, 2016: NewsMs: Voter reform for Mississippi
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is getting serious about changes in voter registration across the state.
Jan 30, 2016: Daily Corinthian: Pre-election voting: Still just an idea
With a new session of the Legislature in progress, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is again trying to nudge Mississippi toward approval of early voting.
Jan 29, 2016: USA Today: New state voting laws face first presidential election test
Mississippi’s 2012 voter ID law didn't hamper participation in last year’s governor’s race, according to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 28, 2016: Gulf Live: Mississippi attorney general seeks more wiretap authority
Hood — the only Democrat left in statewide office — also is working with Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann to try to tighten some campaign laws. They propose requiring candidates to disclose details about campaigns' credit-card purchases. They also seek to require more detailed disclaimers about who buys political advertising.
Jan 25, 2016: DeSoto Times: Secretary Hosemann’s heart in right place
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann did not receive the recognition due for his masterful management in seeking passage, heading off federal resistance and in implementation of Mississippi’s Voter ID law.
Jan 25, 2016: WDAM: Mississippi's election laws could get a makeover
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann proposed changes to state election laws last week. They were picked apart by a study group following the controversial McDaniel versus Cochran Senate race. It brought about several questions of the inner workings of the election laws.
Jan 19, 2016: NewsMs: Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann has new plans for election laws
In a press conference today, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann announced a proposed complete revision of Mississippi Election Laws. The Secretary of State’s Election Code Study Group has recommended strengthening, updating and reorganizing the state’s election laws.
Jan 8, 2016: WCBI: Video: Delbert Hosemann Addresses Funeral Services
Some state leaders don’t believe their needs to be more regulations. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says Mississippi needs to make sure cemeteries are insured.
Dec 31, 2015: Enterprise-journal: Rawlings, Hosemann encourage donations for tornado relief
McComb Mayor Whitney Rawlings relayed a message from Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann encouraging residents to donate money for those in need.
Dec 19, 2015: Daily Journal: State’s ‘Y’all’ website pulling visitors worldwide
The site, www.YallBusiness.sos.ms.gov, brings together economic, census and consumer data into one comprehensive website. It also has a link on the main Secretary of State website. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says the site has already had approximately 10,000 visitors from every state and many foreign countries.
Dec 10, 2015: Gulf Live: Hosemann expects new Deer Island public pier to be complete in 6-8 weeks
"Access to Deer Island has always been dependent upon having a boat. That's about to change," Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said in April when he announced a project to build a public pier on Deer Island.
Oct 9, 2015: MyFox Memphis: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $494,317. Spent $225,800. Cash on hand $1.3 million.
Oct 13, 2015: WLOX: DMR receives $7.8 million tidelands check
Tuesday is a day the Department of Marine Resources has been anticipating for quite some time. That's because $7.8 million was returned to the coast. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann and state law makers joined in presenting the tidelands fund check to DMR.
Oct 2, 2015: WDAM: Hosemann: "Real work starts now" on state flag initiative
Supporters of a ballot initiative to remove the Confederate battle emblem from the Mississippi flag have a lot of footwork and phone calls ahead of them, according to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Aug 18, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Costco Looms Over City Economic Development Talks
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann also sent Jackson a letter saying that because the state owns the land where Smith-Wills stands, ownership would revert to the state if the city tried to use it for another purpose.
Aug 13, 2015: Commercial Appeal: Grassroots initiative on Miss. education funding gets crowd's support
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann hosted the second of eight public hearings statewide in Hernando to discuss Measure 42 and Alternate Measure 42A, two proposed amendments to the state constitution that would dictate how the Legislature funds Mississippi’s public school districts.
July 30, 2015: WLBT: Mississippi treasurer candidates spar over money management
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he has improved management of public lands that generate revenue for schools. He also praised a law that took effect last year, requiring voters to show government-issued photo identification at the polls. He said critics predicted voter ID would be a calamity: "They were all wrong
July 16, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Incumbents rack up cash
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $191,010. Spent $66,686. Cash on hand $1.1 million.
July 16, 2015: AP: Most Miss. incumbents continue with campaign cash advantage
The three candidates reporting the most campaign cash on hand are Republican incumbents - Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves with $3 million, Gov. Phil Bryant with $2.8 million and Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann with $1.1 million.
July 7, 2015: Clarion Ledger: State agencies ordered to plan for massive cuts
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he's uncertain where his office could cut 7.8 percent, "But we're going to go sit down and figure that out."
June 11, 2015: Washington Times: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Delbert Hosemann: Raised $146,225. Spent $48,300. Cash on hand $1.1 million.
June 11, 2015: WTOK: Most Incumbents Ahead of Challengers in Fundraising
Three Republican incumbents have more than a million dollars cash on hand: Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
June 1, 2015: Daily Journal: BILL CRAWFORD: Politicians are right to question Oxford House
Last week he gained two powerful allies. Gov. Phil Bryant called on MDMH director Diana Mikula to stop supporting Oxford Houses. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann ordered Oxford House Inc. to cease and desist soliciting charitable contributions “in and from the State of Mississippi.”
May 13, 2015: Madison County Journal: PERRY/Candidates raise $2.3 million
Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann raised $89,750 and has $1,057,742 cash-on-hand to take on his Democratic challenger Charles Graham who reported raising $350 and has $100 cash-on-hand. In another lopsided matchup, Republican Commissioner of Agriculture Cindy Hyde Smith raised $16,400 and has $187,743 cash-on-hand while her Democratic opponent Addie Lee Green reported raising, spending and having zero dollars. The Reform Party's candidates for Secretary of State and Agriculture Commissioner did not file reports.
Apr 23, 2015: WDAM: Equity crowdfunding now allowed in Mississippi
Starting a business in Mississippi has just become a little easier thanks to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Apr 14, 2015: Hattiesburg American: Land sale a success for City of Hattiesburg
"This was a major success for both Hattiesburg and the State of Mississippi," saidSecretary of State Delbert Hosemann. "With so many of these properties back in private ownership, more tax revenue will come back to the City of Hattiesburg and Forrest County. That means more money for our schools, our roads, and our infrastructure."
Apr 13, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Issues stacking up for potential special session
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he would like lawmakers to reconsider a proposal for Mississippi to join other Southern states in holding presidential primaries on March 1. The "SEC Primary," named for the region's powerful college football conference, is a movement to consolidate Southern primaries to give the region more clout in presidential politics.
Mar 16, 2015: Y'all Politics: SOS Hosemann assisting with tax forfeited properties in Hattiesburg
In an effort to reduce the number of tax forfeited properties in the State, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is auctioning 76 parcels located inside the City of Hattiesburg with an estimated value of $190,890.
Mar 4, 2015:: Neshoba Democrat: Candidate slate set for primaries
For Secretary of State: incumbent Delbert Hosemann of Jackson, a Republican; and Charles E. Graham of Jackson, a Democrat.
Feb 23, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Delbert Hosemann Seeks Third Term
Republican Delbert Hosemann made it official today that he will seek a third term as Mississippi secretary of state.
Jan 30, 2015: Y'all Politics: Delbert Hosemann reports $1M COH
Jan 28, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Autism reform bill passes both Senate committees
Backed by Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann and more than two dozen lawmakers, the measures also would create the Mississippi Autism Board to issue and revoke ABA licenses, investigate potential violations, and generally regulate the profession.
Jan 27, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Parents share heartbreaking stories, support autism bill
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann today released a lengthy plea of support (posted in its entirety below) for a pair of bills he helped craft that would require health insurers to cover autism services.
Jan 10, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Geoff Pender: Creeping bureaucratic sprawl continues
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann broached the subject again last week. He was talking to hundreds of business leaders from across the state of the need to consolidate or eliminate many of the state’s 206 agencies, boards and commissions. They are run by some 1,800 appointees and they regulate everything from acupuncture (yes, there’s a board for that) to veterinarians.
Jan 10, 2015: Gulf Live: East Beach dispute: Hosemann appeals denial of state's claim to two waterfront parcels in Ocean Springs
Two families filed the lawsuit in 2010 to stop Ocean Springs from building a 3,470-foot long sidewalk on the beach. The city had obtained a lease from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 5, 2015: Hattiesburg American: Qualifying period begins in Mississippi
"Serving the citizens of the State of Mississippi is not a decision to be taken lightly," said Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann. "I encourage potential candidates to review the guidelines and requirements before submitting qualifying papers for public office."
Dec 13, 2014: Weidie Report: Taxpayer Flight to Political Event?
Was Delbert Hosemann’s and others’ flight to DeSoto County on state’s King Air for a political event just a coincidence? I think not.
Oct 31, 2014: Youtube: Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann addresses the crowd at MEC's Hobnob Mississippi
Oct 7, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Hosemann releases report on primary, runoff
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann on Tuesday released his report on the 2014 primary elections -- including the June 24 runoff.
Oct 3, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Secretary of state is saving taxpayers' money
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann made his annual budget request this week and like the other times he has appeared he is seeking a reduction in his budget.
Oct 2, 2014: MPB: Election Panel Rejects Closed Party Primaries
The 51 member study group reviewing Mississippi's election laws has voted against closing party primaries citing complications with asking every voter in the state to re-register by party. Mississippi's top elections official, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, says he's happy the panel is making progress. "I think you let the process work," says Hosemann. "We didn't come with a preconceived notion, and they have narrowed the process. It'll be the open primary and tweaking what we have now, and then just a plain, completely Top-Two primary like they do in Louisiana, Washington and California."
Sept 10, 2014: Gulf Live: Who can vote in Mississippi primaries? Delbert Hosemann forms panel to examine election changes
The panel, brought together by Delbert Hosemann, heard from LouisianaSecretary of State Tom Schedler, who praised his state's practice of putting all candidates on one primary ballot regardless of party. There, the top two advance to a runoff, unless one candidate wins a majority in the first round.
Aug 26, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Hosemann: Cochran on ballot unless court says otherwise
Incumbent Thad Cochran is on the November ballot as the GOP U.S. Senate candidate unless a court orders otherwise, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said, and voting will start in September.
July 19, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Pender: Who’s running for what in ’15
Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, who kept his powder dry in the U.S. Senate race, is also frequently mentioned as a possibility for lieutenant governor. He’s pooh-poohed this before, and staying put as SOS wouldn’t hinder a run for governor or something else between now and ’19, but I’m told he’s being nudged to consider it.
Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann raised $89,750 and has $1,057,742 cash-on-hand to take on his Democratic challenger Charles Graham who reported raising $350 and has $100 cash-on-hand. In another lopsided matchup, Republican Commissioner of Agriculture Cindy Hyde Smith raised $16,400 and has $187,743 cash-on-hand while her Democratic opponent Addie Lee Green reported raising, spending and having zero dollars. The Reform Party's candidates for Secretary of State and Agriculture Commissioner did not file reports.
Apr 23, 2015: WDAM: Equity crowdfunding now allowed in Mississippi
Starting a business in Mississippi has just become a little easier thanks to Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Apr 14, 2015: Hattiesburg American: Land sale a success for City of Hattiesburg
"This was a major success for both Hattiesburg and the State of Mississippi," saidSecretary of State Delbert Hosemann. "With so many of these properties back in private ownership, more tax revenue will come back to the City of Hattiesburg and Forrest County. That means more money for our schools, our roads, and our infrastructure."
Apr 13, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Issues stacking up for potential special session
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said he would like lawmakers to reconsider a proposal for Mississippi to join other Southern states in holding presidential primaries on March 1. The "SEC Primary," named for the region's powerful college football conference, is a movement to consolidate Southern primaries to give the region more clout in presidential politics.
Mar 16, 2015: Y'all Politics: SOS Hosemann assisting with tax forfeited properties in Hattiesburg
In an effort to reduce the number of tax forfeited properties in the State, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is auctioning 76 parcels located inside the City of Hattiesburg with an estimated value of $190,890.
Mar 4, 2015:: Neshoba Democrat: Candidate slate set for primaries
For Secretary of State: incumbent Delbert Hosemann of Jackson, a Republican; and Charles E. Graham of Jackson, a Democrat.
Feb 23, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Delbert Hosemann Seeks Third Term
Republican Delbert Hosemann made it official today that he will seek a third term as Mississippi secretary of state.
Jan 30, 2015: Y'all Politics: Delbert Hosemann reports $1M COH
Jan 28, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Autism reform bill passes both Senate committees
Backed by Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann and more than two dozen lawmakers, the measures also would create the Mississippi Autism Board to issue and revoke ABA licenses, investigate potential violations, and generally regulate the profession.
Jan 27, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Parents share heartbreaking stories, support autism bill
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann today released a lengthy plea of support (posted in its entirety below) for a pair of bills he helped craft that would require health insurers to cover autism services.
Jan 10, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Geoff Pender: Creeping bureaucratic sprawl continues
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann broached the subject again last week. He was talking to hundreds of business leaders from across the state of the need to consolidate or eliminate many of the state’s 206 agencies, boards and commissions. They are run by some 1,800 appointees and they regulate everything from acupuncture (yes, there’s a board for that) to veterinarians.
Jan 10, 2015: Gulf Live: East Beach dispute: Hosemann appeals denial of state's claim to two waterfront parcels in Ocean Springs
Two families filed the lawsuit in 2010 to stop Ocean Springs from building a 3,470-foot long sidewalk on the beach. The city had obtained a lease from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
Jan 5, 2015: Hattiesburg American: Qualifying period begins in Mississippi
"Serving the citizens of the State of Mississippi is not a decision to be taken lightly," said Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann. "I encourage potential candidates to review the guidelines and requirements before submitting qualifying papers for public office."
Dec 13, 2014: Weidie Report: Taxpayer Flight to Political Event?
Was Delbert Hosemann’s and others’ flight to DeSoto County on state’s King Air for a political event just a coincidence? I think not.
Oct 31, 2014: Youtube: Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann addresses the crowd at MEC's Hobnob Mississippi
Oct 7, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Hosemann releases report on primary, runoff
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann on Tuesday released his report on the 2014 primary elections -- including the June 24 runoff.
Oct 3, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Secretary of state is saving taxpayers' money
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann made his annual budget request this week and like the other times he has appeared he is seeking a reduction in his budget.
Oct 2, 2014: MPB: Election Panel Rejects Closed Party Primaries
The 51 member study group reviewing Mississippi's election laws has voted against closing party primaries citing complications with asking every voter in the state to re-register by party. Mississippi's top elections official, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, says he's happy the panel is making progress. "I think you let the process work," says Hosemann. "We didn't come with a preconceived notion, and they have narrowed the process. It'll be the open primary and tweaking what we have now, and then just a plain, completely Top-Two primary like they do in Louisiana, Washington and California."
Sept 10, 2014: Gulf Live: Who can vote in Mississippi primaries? Delbert Hosemann forms panel to examine election changes
The panel, brought together by Delbert Hosemann, heard from LouisianaSecretary of State Tom Schedler, who praised his state's practice of putting all candidates on one primary ballot regardless of party. There, the top two advance to a runoff, unless one candidate wins a majority in the first round.
Aug 26, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Hosemann: Cochran on ballot unless court says otherwise
Incumbent Thad Cochran is on the November ballot as the GOP U.S. Senate candidate unless a court orders otherwise, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said, and voting will start in September.
July 19, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Pender: Who’s running for what in ’15
Republican Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, who kept his powder dry in the U.S. Senate race, is also frequently mentioned as a possibility for lieutenant governor. He’s pooh-poohed this before, and staying put as SOS wouldn’t hinder a run for governor or something else between now and ’19, but I’m told he’s being nudged to consider it.