Jan 20, 2015: WAPT: Mississippi lawmaker seeks raise for state workers
Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane, D-Waynesboro, said that if the proposal passes, it would amount to $1,500 more for each employee across the board. She said state workers need a break, and if they make less than $50,000 a year, they would get a boost before anyone else does.
Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane, D-Waynesboro, said that if the proposal passes, it would amount to $1,500 more for each employee across the board. She said state workers need a break, and if they make less than $50,000 a year, they would get a boost before anyone else does.
Oct 11, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Palasini fiasco prompts calls for state oversight
“They need to be registered or licensed,” said House Medicaid Committee Vice Chairwoman Sherra Hillman Lane, D-Waynesboro. “They need to be held liable.”
Sept 15, 2014: Mississippi College: Lawmakers and Educators Attend Dyslexia Conference at Mississippi College
The sessions attracted lawmakers like Rep. Larry Byrd of Petal, Sen. Hillman Frazier of Jackson, whose Senate District includes Mississippi College and Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane of Waynesboro, a former dyslexia teacher. She favors legislative proposals stepping up training requirements for teachers of dyslexic students.
July 22, 2014: WLBT: Public, lawmakers express concerns about TANF drug testing law
Rep. Sherra Lane told those in attendance that she's skeptical about the 2 month treatment rule. She says that it defies the logic that the law would provide a cure for drug problems.Jan 28, 2014: Jackson Free Press: Dems Push for Fair Pay
Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane, a Democrat from Waynesboro who sponsored one of the proposals, said the slate of bills promote families."All over the United States there is a gender gap for the same work. When you've got children in the family, that has got to affect you," Lane told the Jackson Free Press this morning.
“They need to be registered or licensed,” said House Medicaid Committee Vice Chairwoman Sherra Hillman Lane, D-Waynesboro. “They need to be held liable.”
Sept 15, 2014: Mississippi College: Lawmakers and Educators Attend Dyslexia Conference at Mississippi College
The sessions attracted lawmakers like Rep. Larry Byrd of Petal, Sen. Hillman Frazier of Jackson, whose Senate District includes Mississippi College and Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane of Waynesboro, a former dyslexia teacher. She favors legislative proposals stepping up training requirements for teachers of dyslexic students.
July 22, 2014: WLBT: Public, lawmakers express concerns about TANF drug testing law
Rep. Sherra Lane told those in attendance that she's skeptical about the 2 month treatment rule. She says that it defies the logic that the law would provide a cure for drug problems.Jan 28, 2014: Jackson Free Press: Dems Push for Fair Pay
Rep. Sherra Hillman Lane, a Democrat from Waynesboro who sponsored one of the proposals, said the slate of bills promote families."All over the United States there is a gender gap for the same work. When you've got children in the family, that has got to affect you," Lane told the Jackson Free Press this morning.
June 15, 2012: Grenada: North Central Mississippi leaders meet with legislature regarding rail service
The Grenada Economic Development District announced today that about 40 people attended a meeting on May 2nd at the Mississippi House of Representatives to discuss the future of rail service in North Central Mississippi. A broad representation of local elected officials, industrial users, and economic development officials were at the meeting led by House Transportation Committee Chairman, Representative Robert L. Johnson, III of Natchez and attended by a number of state legislators including Representatives Kevin Horan of Grenada, Senator Lydia Chassaniol of Winona, Rep. Tommy Reynolds of Charleston, Rep. Johnny Stringer of Montrose, Rep. Tommy Woods of Byhalia, Rep. Linda Whittington of Schlater, Rep. Pat Nelson of Southaven, Rep. Robert Huddleston of Sumner, Rep. Wanda Jennings of Southaven, Rep. Trey Lamar III of Senatobia, Rep. Steve Massengill of Hickory Flat, Rep. Sherra Lane of Waynesboro, Rep. Bobby Howell of Kilmichael, Rep. Bryan Clark of Pickens, Rep. Jason White of West and Rep. Russell Jolly of Houston. Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director, Melinda McGrath and other MDOT officials were also present at the Meeting. Grenada was represented by County Supervisors Chad Bridges & Michael Lott, County Attorney Jay Gore, Pablo Diaz of the Grenada EDD, Dan Garlington of Resolute Forrest Products & Joe Marascalco.
The Grenada Economic Development District announced today that about 40 people attended a meeting on May 2nd at the Mississippi House of Representatives to discuss the future of rail service in North Central Mississippi. A broad representation of local elected officials, industrial users, and economic development officials were at the meeting led by House Transportation Committee Chairman, Representative Robert L. Johnson, III of Natchez and attended by a number of state legislators including Representatives Kevin Horan of Grenada, Senator Lydia Chassaniol of Winona, Rep. Tommy Reynolds of Charleston, Rep. Johnny Stringer of Montrose, Rep. Tommy Woods of Byhalia, Rep. Linda Whittington of Schlater, Rep. Pat Nelson of Southaven, Rep. Robert Huddleston of Sumner, Rep. Wanda Jennings of Southaven, Rep. Trey Lamar III of Senatobia, Rep. Steve Massengill of Hickory Flat, Rep. Sherra Lane of Waynesboro, Rep. Bobby Howell of Kilmichael, Rep. Bryan Clark of Pickens, Rep. Jason White of West and Rep. Russell Jolly of Houston. Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director, Melinda McGrath and other MDOT officials were also present at the Meeting. Grenada was represented by County Supervisors Chad Bridges & Michael Lott, County Attorney Jay Gore, Pablo Diaz of the Grenada EDD, Dan Garlington of Resolute Forrest Products & Joe Marascalco.