Oct 9, 2016: WLBT: Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant sticks with Trump
Republican Lt Gov. Tate Reeves said Saturday on Twitter that Trump's remarks about women are "reprehensible and outside the bounds of decency."
Reeves said he hopes Trump's apology is sincere.
Republican Lt Gov. Tate Reeves said Saturday on Twitter that Trump's remarks about women are "reprehensible and outside the bounds of decency."
Reeves said he hopes Trump's apology is sincere.
Oct 9, 2016: Sun Herald: Mississippi voters approved a lottery 24 years ago, so where is it?
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves told the newspaper his decision on a state lottery would depend on whether it would bring in new money or take money from sales taxes and casinos.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves told the newspaper his decision on a state lottery would depend on whether it would bring in new money or take money from sales taxes and casinos.
June 26, 2016: MBJ: Hood, Reeves could headline 2019 governor’s race
The closing weeks of June have brought the first previews of what could be Mississippi’s 2019 race for governor — Jim Hood versus Tate Reeves.
The closing weeks of June have brought the first previews of what could be Mississippi’s 2019 race for governor — Jim Hood versus Tate Reeves.
May 13, 2016: Morning Valley Star: Mississippi gov: Defy US guidance on transgender students
Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves criticized the federal guidance on treatment of transgender students but stopped short of calling for defiance.
Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves criticized the federal guidance on treatment of transgender students but stopped short of calling for defiance.
May 12, 2016: jackson Free Press: Governor Signs Bill Prohibiting Medicaid Reimbursements for Planned Parenthood
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Twitter that the governor signed the bill and thanked him for "banning any state funds from being spent by Planned Parenthood."
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Twitter that the governor signed the bill and thanked him for "banning any state funds from being spent by Planned Parenthood."
May 11, 2016: WXXV: Lt. Governor Tate Reeves on Budget Woes
State lawmakers now face a $56.8 million challenge after a staff error over-projected the state budget. News 25’s Kristen Durand asked Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves about the shortfall.
State lawmakers now face a $56.8 million challenge after a staff error over-projected the state budget. News 25’s Kristen Durand asked Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves about the shortfall.
May 10, 2016: MBJ: More budget turbulence: State short $59.8M for FY18
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn set off the newest fiscal alarm Tuesday with a joint statement that a staff error overestimated revenues by $56.8 million during the FY2017 budget negotiations, “This error has no impact on the current year budget,” Reeves and Gunn said, though they made no mention of the hole it likely will leave in the following year’s budget.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn set off the newest fiscal alarm Tuesday with a joint statement that a staff error overestimated revenues by $56.8 million during the FY2017 budget negotiations, “This error has no impact on the current year budget,” Reeves and Gunn said, though they made no mention of the hole it likely will leave in the following year’s budget.
Apr 28, 2016: Columbus Dispatch: Wyatt Emmerich: Some things the Legislature got right
True job growth will come naturally if our state creates a positive, fair business climate and invests in basic infrastructure. The free market works. Gradually repealing the franchise tax is a step in the right direction. Kudos to Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves.
True job growth will come naturally if our state creates a positive, fair business climate and invests in basic infrastructure. The free market works. Gradually repealing the franchise tax is a step in the right direction. Kudos to Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves.
Apr 28, 2016: MBJ: State’s failure to refill prepaid college fund, tapping of abandoned property fund worry Treasurer
The other trouble spot is the taking of $14 million from the state’s Abandoned Property Fund. She cited this transfer of money that does not actually belong to the state in a strongly worded letter to Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Attorney General Jim Hood. The letter criticized an “abuse of state bond authority” by legislators in framing the 2016 bond issue.
The other trouble spot is the taking of $14 million from the state’s Abandoned Property Fund. She cited this transfer of money that does not actually belong to the state in a strongly worded letter to Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Attorney General Jim Hood. The letter criticized an “abuse of state bond authority” by legislators in framing the 2016 bond issue.
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Apr 26, 2016: Clarion Ledger: Mississippi lawmakers cut funding for women's commission
Lt. Tate Reeves' assistant Laura Hipp is a member of the committee. Apr 24, 2016: Meridan Star: jacob serves as page
Chloe Jacob of Meridian recently served as a page for the Lieutenant Governor's Office in the Mississippi State Senate. Jacob, who is pictured with Lt. Governor Tate Reeves, is the daughter of Bill and Amy Jacob and attends Lamar School. Apr 19, 2016: Jackson Free Press: Mississippi Lawmakers Pass a Slim Budget, Substantial Tax Cut, Slash Social Services
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves praised the tax cut bill's passage. Apr 18, 2016: Magee News: TAXPAYER PAY RAISE ACT HEADS TO GOVERNOR’S DESK
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said today Mississippi taxpayers are one step closer to seeing meaningful tax relief under legislation passed by the Senate today. The Taxpayer Pay Raise Act provides a $415 million tax cut over the next decade. Mar 31, 2016: CNN: Mississippi's religious freedom bill: Not discriminatory or 'one of the worst'?
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a Republican, provided the station a statement: "This bill simply protects those individuals from government interference when practicing their religious beliefs." |
Mar 29, 2016: NRA: Mississippi: Senate Approves NRA-Backed Permitless Carry Expansion
NRA-ILA would like to thank Senate and House leaders, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves (R) and Speaker Philip Gunn (R), as well as the sponsor, state Rep. Andy Gipson (R-Braxton), and key committee chairman state Sen. Sean Tindell (R-Gulfport), for their leadership on this important bill. Please send them a quick note of thanks for their key support.
NRA-ILA would like to thank Senate and House leaders, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves (R) and Speaker Philip Gunn (R), as well as the sponsor, state Rep. Andy Gipson (R-Braxton), and key committee chairman state Sen. Sean Tindell (R-Gulfport), for their leadership on this important bill. Please send them a quick note of thanks for their key support.
Mar 28, 2016: Daily Journal: Proposed agency merger worries disabled community
“The consolidation of health and social service agencies is a way to reduce duplication of administrative functions to better serve the Mississippians who utilize Rehab Services, DHS and Medicaid,” said Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves in a written statement on Friday. “The state needs to focus its resources on the actual services in the community not bureaucracy in Jackson.”
“The consolidation of health and social service agencies is a way to reduce duplication of administrative functions to better serve the Mississippians who utilize Rehab Services, DHS and Medicaid,” said Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves in a written statement on Friday. “The state needs to focus its resources on the actual services in the community not bureaucracy in Jackson.”
Mar 24, 2016: Clarion Ledger: Legislature approves appointed school superintendents
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said: "Of all the education reforms the Legislature has passed, appointing superintendents brings Mississippi in line with excellent school districts across the nation and can lead to higher levels of student achievement. Chairman Tollison and I have championed this bill for many years, and I appreciate the House for acting upon it."
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said: "Of all the education reforms the Legislature has passed, appointing superintendents brings Mississippi in line with excellent school districts across the nation and can lead to higher levels of student achievement. Chairman Tollison and I have championed this bill for many years, and I appreciate the House for acting upon it."
Mar 22, 2016: Daily Journal: PSC official says taxes not too high for state companies
But Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said eliminating the franchise tax will help spur the state’s economy.
“As a Republican, I believe the state’s fiscal policy should encourage investment and long-term economic growth, and we do that by allowing the taxpayer to keep more of their hard-earned dollars,” Reeves said Monday in a news release.
But Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said eliminating the franchise tax will help spur the state’s economy.
“As a Republican, I believe the state’s fiscal policy should encourage investment and long-term economic growth, and we do that by allowing the taxpayer to keep more of their hard-earned dollars,” Reeves said Monday in a news release.
Mar 20, 2016: Sun Herald: Possible MAEP revisions to be hammered out by handful of legislators
The possible changes to the MAEP could include Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' proposal to provide the amount of funds needed to operate A and B schools instead of C schools. According to the Mississippi Department of Education, basing the funding formula on the cost to operate typical A and B schools instead of C schools would reduce the annual appropriations to the local school districts by about $80 million.
The possible changes to the MAEP could include Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' proposal to provide the amount of funds needed to operate A and B schools instead of C schools. According to the Mississippi Department of Education, basing the funding formula on the cost to operate typical A and B schools instead of C schools would reduce the annual appropriations to the local school districts by about $80 million.
Mar 17, 2016: Clarion Ledger: Anti-vaccine group wages social media war on lawmakers
The group is posting lawmakers' and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' cell phone numbers on its Facebook site and urging people to hit their phones with calls and texts. It appears people are blowing up the lawmakers' phones with messages and calls, some not particularly nice.
The group is posting lawmakers' and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' cell phone numbers on its Facebook site and urging people to hit their phones with calls and texts. It appears people are blowing up the lawmakers' phones with messages and calls, some not particularly nice.
Mar 15, 2016: Jackson Free Press: SUNSHINE WEEK: Top Mississippi Lawmakers: Email, Schedule Not for Public
Senate President Pro Tempore Terry Burton, R-Newton, sent a letter to the AP to deny the request for Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' schedule and email. Burton noted that state law says the Mississippi Senate may regulate public access to its records. He wrote that under that law, the Senate Rules Committee many years ago adopted a policy restricting public access to records of the lieutenant governor, an office that is both executive and legislative.
Senate President Pro Tempore Terry Burton, R-Newton, sent a letter to the AP to deny the request for Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' schedule and email. Burton noted that state law says the Mississippi Senate may regulate public access to its records. He wrote that under that law, the Senate Rules Committee many years ago adopted a policy restricting public access to records of the lieutenant governor, an office that is both executive and legislative.
Mar 11, 2016: Daily Journal: Tax cut proposal passes Senate
But Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves says economic growth spurred by the tax cuts will more than offset the lost revenue.
But Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves says economic growth spurred by the tax cuts will more than offset the lost revenue.
Mar 9, 2016: Clarion Ledger: $577M tax cut plan passed by Senate committee
The Senate Finance Committee approved Senate Bill 2858. The bill, authored by Finance Chairman Sen. Joey Fillingane, R-Sumrall, and supported by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, is similar to a plan that lawmakers failed to pass last year to phase out the corporate franchise tax and give individuals a break.
The Senate Finance Committee approved Senate Bill 2858. The bill, authored by Finance Chairman Sen. Joey Fillingane, R-Sumrall, and supported by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, is similar to a plan that lawmakers failed to pass last year to phase out the corporate franchise tax and give individuals a break.
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.
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.
Mar 3, 2016: Sun Herald: One more time! BP money is for the Mississippi Coast
Just ask Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, who opposes the bill and has the power to kill it in the Senate. We suggest he kill it three times, then bury it just to be sure.
Just ask Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, who opposes the bill and has the power to kill it in the Senate. We suggest he kill it three times, then bury it just to be sure.
Mar 2, 2016: WREG: Mississippi Senate votes to defund Planned Parenthood
The Mississippi Senate voted Wednesday to defund Planned Parenthood and prevent it from receiving taxpayer dollars, according to the Office of Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves.
The Mississippi Senate voted Wednesday to defund Planned Parenthood and prevent it from receiving taxpayer dollars, according to the Office of Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves.
Mar 2, 2016: WDAM: Senate Bill passes, Lumberton School District could consolidate
“The Mississippi Senate consolidated the administration of nine school districts, allowing the newly formed entities to eliminate duplicate services and direct more tax dollars into the classroom,” Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday in a press release.
“The Mississippi Senate consolidated the administration of nine school districts, allowing the newly formed entities to eliminate duplicate services and direct more tax dollars into the classroom,” Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday in a press release.
Feb 10, 2016: WTVA: Bill requiring appointed superintendents passes senate commitee
The Senate Education Committee today passed legislation improving the governance of school districts through appointed superintendents, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Senate Bill 2438 moves to the full Senate for consideration.
The Senate Education Committee today passed legislation improving the governance of school districts through appointed superintendents, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Senate Bill 2438 moves to the full Senate for consideration.
Jan 26, 2016: WJTV: Mississippi School Choice Rally held at State Capitol
Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said they fully support MS School Choice.
Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said they fully support MS School Choice.
Jan 25, 2016: Gulf Live: Local state senators appointed to committee chairman posts
Several local state senators have been appointed to leaderships posts on various committees, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves office announced Monday.
Several local state senators have been appointed to leaderships posts on various committees, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves office announced Monday.
Jan 13, 2016: Jackson Free Press: GOP, Dems Marking Territory
If the event was a high school graduation, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves was the student-body president who used his time to outline his legislative priorities for education by "focusing on what's best for children and not adults."
If the event was a high school graduation, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves was the student-body president who used his time to outline his legislative priorities for education by "focusing on what's best for children and not adults."
Jan 7, 2016: Daily Journal: BOBBY HARRISON: Changes to MAEP formula will prove difficult
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said recently that it would be foolish not to study and consider changes to the Mississippi Adequate Education Program, which provides the state’s share of the basics to operate local school districts.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said recently that it would be foolish not to study and consider changes to the Mississippi Adequate Education Program, which provides the state’s share of the basics to operate local school districts.
Jan 6, 2016: Madison County Journal: PERRY/2016 Legislature
On the Senate side, with the support of Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, the Senate elected Republican Senator Terry C. Burton of Newton as the new president pro-tempore.
On the Senate side, with the support of Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, the Senate elected Republican Senator Terry C. Burton of Newton as the new president pro-tempore.
Jan 5, 2016: WTVA: Senate panel to to hear election challenge in District 37
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is naming a five-member committee to hear Republican Melanie Sojourner's challenge to Democrat Bob Dearing's victory in state Senate District 37, which covers all of Franklin County and parts of Adams, Amite and Pike counties.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is naming a five-member committee to hear Republican Melanie Sojourner's challenge to Democrat Bob Dearing's victory in state Senate District 37, which covers all of Franklin County and parts of Adams, Amite and Pike counties.
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Jan 5, 2016: Hattiesburg American: Lawmakers kick off 2016 session
New lawmakers were sworn in, and there was unanimous consensus in the state Senate on the president pro-tem — the person next in line to Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves — and the leadership positions in the House of Representatives. Jan 4, 2016: MBJ: Mississippi leaders insist on tying tax cuts to new roads, bridge taxes
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves promised to carefully consider the proposals but has not publicly said his support, if given, would be conditioned on corresponding tax cuts. Reeves, who presides over the Senate, led an unsuccessful effort last year to phase out the state’s 2.5 percent franchise tax on business assets and is expected to try again this year. He will get help from Bryant and Republican legislative leaders who say phasing out the tax is a priority of the 2016 session. Jan 3, 2016: Natchez Democrat: Dearing, Sojourner eyeing District 37 seat
Once the Legislature is convened, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will appoint a committee of five to hear Sojourner’s challenge. The appointees will come from each of the state’s four congressional districts, as well as one at-large candidate. Dec 20, 2015: MBJ: BILL CRAWFORD — Republicans using la la land economics to justify tax cuts
“Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and legislative leaders approved a $6.19 billion budget plan (last week) that cuts state spending by $101.8 million,” reported Bobby Harrison in the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal. Dec 15, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Committee Slashes $40M from State Budget, Keeps School Spending Level
"Today's proposal is a starting point. As we see revenues come in over the next few months, we will be better able to see how the final budget will shape up," said Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves in a press release. |
Dec 15, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Legislative budget proposal would cut most budgets
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, chairman of the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, said the proposal would keep the state’s rainy-day fund full at about $400 million and continue a prohibition on spending “one-time money on recurring expenses.”
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, chairman of the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, said the proposal would keep the state’s rainy-day fund full at about $400 million and continue a prohibition on spending “one-time money on recurring expenses.”
Nov 7, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Pender: 42 vote was disaster averted, not GOP victory
So did Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves: “There were a lot of really good Mississippians who worked really hard to pass Initiative 42 … because they believe in public education. … We need to get on the same page.”
So did Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves: “There were a lot of really good Mississippians who worked really hard to pass Initiative 42 … because they believe in public education. … We need to get on the same page.”
Nov 4, 2015: WTOK: GOP Leaders Could Revamp School Funding Plans
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn said in separate interviews Wednesday that they're willing to put more money into efficient school systems that demonstrate strong academic performance.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn said in separate interviews Wednesday that they're willing to put more money into efficient school systems that demonstrate strong academic performance.
Oct 22, 2015: Gulf Live: Mississippi GOP's `Fab Four' say Initiative 42 bad for state, bad for education
It's a rare -- if not unprecedented -- occurrence for Mississippi's top Republicans -- Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, Speaker of the House Philip Gunn and state GOP chairman Joseph Nosef -- to appear at a joint press conference.
It's a rare -- if not unprecedented -- occurrence for Mississippi's top Republicans -- Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, Speaker of the House Philip Gunn and state GOP chairman Joseph Nosef -- to appear at a joint press conference.
Oct 10, 2015: Gulf Live: School-funding initiative backers keep outraising opponents
Chipping in $10,000 apiece were the campaign committees of four top Republicans — Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, House Speaker Philip Gunn of Clinton and House Appropriations Committee Chairman Herb Frierson of Poplarville.
Chipping in $10,000 apiece were the campaign committees of four top Republicans — Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, House Speaker Philip Gunn of Clinton and House Appropriations Committee Chairman Herb Frierson of Poplarville.
Oct 9, 2015: MyFox Memphis: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Tate Reeves: Raised $1.7 million. Spent $598,398. Cash on hand $3.5 million.
Republican incumbent Tate Reeves: Raised $1.7 million. Spent $598,398. Cash on hand $3.5 million.
Oct 2, 2015: Vicksburg Post: TanTec still running strong after 10 months
Flach, who oversees operations in the U.S., China and Vietnam, conducted a personal tour of the facility for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, state Sen. Briggs Hopson, staffers from both offices and members of the media.
Flach, who oversees operations in the U.S., China and Vietnam, conducted a personal tour of the facility for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, state Sen. Briggs Hopson, staffers from both offices and members of the media.
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Sept 24, 2015: Clarion Ledger: State health department has $18.5 million deficit
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said the Legislature has provided the health department about $10 million more from the general fund over the last four years, leading him to surmise that the Legislature isn’t likely to go along with the request for an $18.5 million deficit appropriation. 
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Sept 5, 2015: Washington Times: 2 businessmen chosen for Mississippi contract review board
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves has appointed two businessmen to a new Personal Service Contract Review Board that will examine state spending. Sept 4, 2015: Sun Herald: Mississippi Board of Education nominee has federal, state policy background
Jason Dean, 41, of Madison, was chosen for the nine-member board by Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves. Aug 31, 2015: Daily Journal: UPDATE: Gunn, Reeves cite law, legislative rules in not releasing correspondence
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, citing legislative rules, are not releasing any correspondence from their offices regarding their opposition to the the citizen-sponsored Initiative 42, which is designed to enhance the state’s commitment to public education Aug 20, 2015: WXXV: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves Look Back on Katrina
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves was state treasurer at the time and remembers discussing recovery plans with Governor Haley Barbour. |
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Aug 4, 2015: Forbes: Scheme to Take Education Funding Authority From Legislators Spells Trouble For Mississippi Taxpayers
“Removing education policy and funding decisions from the people we elect and giving it to one judge in Hinds County is not only very poor public policy, it could prove dangerous,” said Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves (R). “If Initiative 42 passes, the trial lawyers and bureaucrats win and the students who depend on accountability in our public schools lose.” Aug 4, 2015: WLBT: 5 statewide incumbents win GOP primaries in Mississippi
Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves each pushed aside one candidate who had spent little money, while Treasurer Lynn Fitch, Auditor Stacey Pickering and Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney defeated challengers who criticized their performance in office. Aug 2, 2015: WLOX: In his own words: Tate Reeves
Aug 1, 2015: Farm Press: Lt. Gov. Reeves sees water conservation efforts in the Delta
Lt. Gov.Tate Reeves, who is a candidate for re-election this year, recently toured agricultural conservation efforts in the Mississippi Delta, where increased pumping for irrigation has caused drawdowns in the region’s alluvial aquifer. |
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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.
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.
June 26, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Lawmaker: State could stop marriage licenses altogether
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves decried the ruling as "overreach of the federal government" that has expanded under the Obama Administration from the executive to the judicial branches. June 24, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Wicker: Remove Confederate sign from Mississippi flag
Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, both Republicans, said this week that voters reaffirmed the flag design 14 years ago, and they accept that. |
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June 11, 2015: Washington Times: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Republican incumbent Tate Reeves: Raised $558,559. Spent $282,569. Cash on hand $2.6 million.
Republican incumbent Tate Reeves: Raised $558,559. Spent $282,569. Cash on hand $2.6 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.
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.
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May 20, 2015: EdFly: Education, a Lt. Governor and the Future of Mississippi Students
As legislative sessions wind down across the nation, some leaders remain focused on improving education in their states for the long haul. Mississippi Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is one such leader. Last week the Vicksburg Post reported on his recent conversation about the importance of education for the future of his state. Read the excerpt below to learn what Lt. Gov. Reeves has to say about grading schools and Mississippi’s new focus on K-3 reading. May 16, 2015: Sun Herald: PAUL HAMPTON: Endorsement could come back to haunt Palazzo
I doubt Gov. Phil Bryant or Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will feel much pain over their ill-fated endorsements of Windy Swetman in the Biloxi mayoral election. May 13, 2015: Madison County Journal: PERRY/Candidates raise $2.3 million
Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves raised $276,101. He now posts over $2.4 million cash-on-hand. His Republican primary opponent, Libertarian opponent, Reform opponent and one of his Democratic opponents all failed to file reports. Democrat Tim Johnson, a former state senator and Elvis impersonator, reported raising $41,525 with $27,551 cash-on-hand. Of that, $25,000 was loan Johnson made to his campaign. May 8, 2015: Tate Reeves for Lt Governor Expense Report
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May 3, 2015: WLOX: Lt. Gov. Speaks about Spice Issue
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves says he is proactive in finding solutions to this problem. He says the problem is a growing concern to those on the state level. He says they will look at ways to limit its accessibility to help curb this issue.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves says he is proactive in finding solutions to this problem. He says the problem is a growing concern to those on the state level. He says they will look at ways to limit its accessibility to help curb this issue.
Apr 27, 2015: Jackson Free Press: More Fallout Over MAEP Funding Court Battle
Taxpayers across Mississippi should be deeply concerned that one judge in Hinds County could have the last word in how to spend billions of tax dollars," Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and his counterpart Speaker Philip Gunn said in a join statement released on Friday.
Taxpayers across Mississippi should be deeply concerned that one judge in Hinds County could have the last word in how to spend billions of tax dollars," Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and his counterpart Speaker Philip Gunn said in a join statement released on Friday.
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Apr 23, 2015: WLOX: Lt. Gov. Reeves tours under-construction Jackson County jail
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office and the Board of Supervisors received a visit from Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves Thursday. Apr 24, 2015: Mississippi PEP: WALTERS: A House Divided: Governor Phil Bryant Vetoes SB 2161, Lt Gov. Tate Reeves Still Lying About Common Core
Thursday was a great day in Mississippi for those who seek to end the federal Common Core education standards, Tate Reeves’ lies to the contrary, and a bad day for those who secretly support it and were doing nothing more than seeking a political gimmick during an election year. |
Apr 21, 2015: Sea Coast Echo: Partners for Stennis honor former astronaut Fred Haise with Estess Leadership Award
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves, joined by Senators Philip Moran and Angela Hill, presented Haise with a resolution from the Mississippi Senate passed during the recent legislative session.
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves, joined by Senators Philip Moran and Angela Hill, presented Haise with a resolution from the Mississippi Senate passed during the recent legislative session.
Apr 20, 2015: Oxford Citizen: West Oxford Loop launch celebrated
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said, “We believe in small government, and that’s something I’m proud of, but we also believe in responsible government.” Government’s role, he said, “is to create an environment which encourages those in the private sector to invest capital and create jobs. Obviously, a vital and crucial part of creating that environment that invites job growth and private-sector capital investment is ensuring that we have public infrastructure in place that can handle that economic growth.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said, “We believe in small government, and that’s something I’m proud of, but we also believe in responsible government.” Government’s role, he said, “is to create an environment which encourages those in the private sector to invest capital and create jobs. Obviously, a vital and crucial part of creating that environment that invites job growth and private-sector capital investment is ensuring that we have public infrastructure in place that can handle that economic growth.
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Apr 13, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Issues stacking up for potential special session
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves wants another shot at passing his proposal to phase out the corporate franchise tax and provide breaks for small businesses and individuals. Apr 3, 2015: Hotty Toddy: Mississippi Legislators Approve Three Million for West Oxford Loop Expansion
He shared his appreciation further: “Without the support of Speaker Philip Gunn and Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, this would not have happened. We also appreciate the support of Ole Miss on this project. 
Mar 30, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Legislative fear and loathing over borrowing for projects]
The state House reluctantly and narrowly on Monday approved a measure to borrow $250 million for projects statewide, with some accusing Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and the Senate of dictating what projects were chosen. |
Mar 26, 2015: MPB: REVISED BUDGET ESTIMATE MEANS MORE MONEY FOR STATE PROGRAMS
Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves says a majority of the new money will go towards education.
Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves says a majority of the new money will go towards education.
Mar 24, 2015: Watchdog Mississippi: Mississippi Legislature strikes out on tax cuts
Before this year’s session, both Mississippi House Speaker Philip Gunn and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves made loud noises about the need for some sort of tax relief.
Before this year’s session, both Mississippi House Speaker Philip Gunn and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves made loud noises about the need for some sort of tax relief.
Mar 23, 2015: Y'all Politics: Sen. Wiggins expects he and Sen. Collins to be Senate negotiators on hospital transparency bill
Wiggins said he expects Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves to appoint him and Sen. Nancy Adams Collins, the chairwoman of the Accountability, Transparency and Efficiency Committee, to negotiate for the Senate.
Wiggins said he expects Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves to appoint him and Sen. Nancy Adams Collins, the chairwoman of the Accountability, Transparency and Efficiency Committee, to negotiate for the Senate.
Mar 20, 2015: Weidie Report: Transparency Test for House Speaker Philip Gunn
Now the wait is on for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn to appoint conferees to determine the final fate of SB 2407.
Now the wait is on for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn to appoint conferees to determine the final fate of SB 2407.
Mar 16, 2015: Mississippi PEP: PLUNKETT: Political Establishment: Who us, worried? We’re not worried. Do we look worried?
If these statewide leaders are ALL pro-gun then why was Lt. Governor Tate Reeves among the first to use tragedies in other states as a means to introduce restrictions on the Second Amendment here in Mississippi? If they are ALL anti-tax, then why did Reeves not support the repeal of the franchise tax until an election year, a bill that was introduced by McDaniel way back in 2009?
If these statewide leaders are ALL pro-gun then why was Lt. Governor Tate Reeves among the first to use tragedies in other states as a means to introduce restrictions on the Second Amendment here in Mississippi? If they are ALL anti-tax, then why did Reeves not support the repeal of the franchise tax until an election year, a bill that was introduced by McDaniel way back in 2009?
Mar 16, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Reeves floats tax cut compromise
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves on Monday announced a tax cut compromise, aimed at reconciling competing Senate and House proposals.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves on Monday announced a tax cut compromise, aimed at reconciling competing Senate and House proposals.
Mar 16, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Analysis: Influence of Senate Conservative Coalition Wanes
Nearly two years ago, the newly formed Mississippi Senate Conservative Coalition was preparing to make life uncomfortable for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a fellow Republican whom the coalition's leaders viewed as too willing to work across party lines.
Nearly two years ago, the newly formed Mississippi Senate Conservative Coalition was preparing to make life uncomfortable for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a fellow Republican whom the coalition's leaders viewed as too willing to work across party lines.
Mar 4, 2015:: Neshoba Democrat: Candidate slate set for primaries
For Lieutenant Governor: incumbent Tate Reeves of Rankin and Alisha Nelson McElhenney of Jackson, Republicans; and Jelanie Barr of Greenwood, and Tim Johnson of Madison, both Democrats.
For Lieutenant Governor: incumbent Tate Reeves of Rankin and Alisha Nelson McElhenney of Jackson, Republicans; and Jelanie Barr of Greenwood, and Tim Johnson of Madison, both Democrats.
Feb 24, 2015: Sun Herald: Differing tax cut plans advance in Mississippi House, Senate
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves’ $382 million tax-cut proposal was big, until fellow Republican House Speaker Philip Gunn rolled out his own $1.7 billion plan to eliminate Mississippi’s personal income tax.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves’ $382 million tax-cut proposal was big, until fellow Republican House Speaker Philip Gunn rolled out his own $1.7 billion plan to eliminate Mississippi’s personal income tax.
Feb 19, 2015: Clarion Ledger: 28 GOP senators endorse Reeves
Those listed: Sen. Nickey Browning, Sen. Terry Burton, Sen. Videt Carmichael, Sen. Lydia Chassaniol, Sen. Buck Clarke, Sen. Nancy Collins, Sen. Sally Doty, Sen. Joey Fillingane, Sen. Phillip Gandy, Sen. Tommy Gollott, Sen. Josh Harkins, Sen. Angela Hill, Sen. Briggs Hopson, Sen. Billy Hudson, Sen. Gary Jackson, Sen. Dean Kirby, Sen. Will Longwitz, Sen. Chris Massey , Sen. Phillip Moran, Sen. David Parker, Sen. Rita Parks, Sen. John Polk, Sen. Tony Smith. Sen. Sean Tindell, Sen. Gray Tollison, Sen. Giles Ward, Sen. Brice Wiggins, Sen. Charles Younger
Those listed: Sen. Nickey Browning, Sen. Terry Burton, Sen. Videt Carmichael, Sen. Lydia Chassaniol, Sen. Buck Clarke, Sen. Nancy Collins, Sen. Sally Doty, Sen. Joey Fillingane, Sen. Phillip Gandy, Sen. Tommy Gollott, Sen. Josh Harkins, Sen. Angela Hill, Sen. Briggs Hopson, Sen. Billy Hudson, Sen. Gary Jackson, Sen. Dean Kirby, Sen. Will Longwitz, Sen. Chris Massey , Sen. Phillip Moran, Sen. David Parker, Sen. Rita Parks, Sen. John Polk, Sen. Tony Smith. Sen. Sean Tindell, Sen. Gray Tollison, Sen. Giles Ward, Sen. Brice Wiggins, Sen. Charles Younger
Feb 18, 2015: Clarion Ledger: House approves $106M increase to MAEP
That's versus the $110 million increase pitched by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and the $52.7 million increase proposed by Gov. Phil Bryant. Bryant made his MAEP budget request before recent estimates showing increases in state revenues.
That's versus the $110 million increase pitched by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and the $52.7 million increase proposed by Gov. Phil Bryant. Bryant made his MAEP budget request before recent estimates showing increases in state revenues.
Feb 17, 2015: Clarion Ledger: McDaniel 'absolutely' pondering run for Lt. Gov.
A spokesman for state Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Ellisville, says McDaniel is "absolutely thinking about it" on challenging incumbent Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves in the GOP primary.
A spokesman for state Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Ellisville, says McDaniel is "absolutely thinking about it" on challenging incumbent Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves in the GOP primary.
Feb 11, 2015: Sun Herald: Mississippi Senate passes bill to nix vehicle-safety inspection
Senators on Wednesday passed a bill to repeal the requirement that vehicle owners get a $5 safety inspection each year. It got a push from Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, who endorsed the measure for the first time this year.
Senators on Wednesday passed a bill to repeal the requirement that vehicle owners get a $5 safety inspection each year. It got a push from Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, who endorsed the measure for the first time this year.
Feb 10, 2015: Mississippi PEP: Lt. Gov. Reeves attempts to sell McDaniel’s 2009 tax cut legislation as his new idea.
The Associated Press is reporting that Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will propose eliminating the franchise tax on business capital Tuesday as part of a larger package of tax cuts.
The Associated Press is reporting that Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will propose eliminating the franchise tax on business capital Tuesday as part of a larger package of tax cuts.
Feb 4, 2015: Clarion Ledger: GOPer Tim Johnson to run for lt. gov. as Democrat
Incumbent Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a Republican, has a sizable war chest. He reported raising $1.27 million in 2014 and ending the year with $2.35 million cash on hand.
Incumbent Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a Republican, has a sizable war chest. He reported raising $1.27 million in 2014 and ending the year with $2.35 million cash on hand.
Feb 3, 2015: WJTV: Lt. Gov. Reeves' Proposals Head to Senate
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' agenda proposals, which include bringing transparency to state purchases and eliminating the vehicle inspection sticker, cleared Senate committees by today's deadline. The Senate will consider bills over the next week.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' agenda proposals, which include bringing transparency to state purchases and eliminating the vehicle inspection sticker, cleared Senate committees by today's deadline. The Senate will consider bills over the next week.
Feb 2, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Tea party pans Reeves' Common Core measure
The Brookhaven Tea Party doesn't believe the anti-Common Core measure backed by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is anti-Common Core enough, and it warns that it's a plot by Reeves to help enrich former Gov. Haley Barbour "cronies and his K-Street lobbying firm."
The Brookhaven Tea Party doesn't believe the anti-Common Core measure backed by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is anti-Common Core enough, and it warns that it's a plot by Reeves to help enrich former Gov. Haley Barbour "cronies and his K-Street lobbying firm."
Feb 2, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Reeves unveils $100K education increase
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves on Monday unveiled his plan to boost K-12 education spending by $110 million this year over last year, using nearly all of the projected growth in state revenues, but still falling short of fully funding public schools.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves on Monday unveiled his plan to boost K-12 education spending by $110 million this year over last year, using nearly all of the projected growth in state revenues, but still falling short of fully funding public schools.
Jan 30, 2015: Clarion Ledger: McDaniel says Lt. Gov. is bottling up his elections bills
State Sen. Chris McDaniel on Thursday said he's introduced legislation to close Mississippi primaries and reform elections, but that Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves won't give his bills a fair shake.
State Sen. Chris McDaniel on Thursday said he's introduced legislation to close Mississippi primaries and reform elections, but that Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves won't give his bills a fair shake.
Jan 28, 2015: Mississippi Watchdog: Special Needs Bill could boost educational opportunities
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a strong supporter of the bill, said that number of students with special needs who graduate high school — a rate that hovers around 22 percent — demands action.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a strong supporter of the bill, said that number of students with special needs who graduate high school — a rate that hovers around 22 percent — demands action.
Jan 28, 2015: Gulf Live: Bill to make hospital board meetings open to public heads to Senate
Legislation which would require public hospitals to hold open board meetings will soon head to the Mississippi Senate for consideration, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday.
Legislation which would require public hospitals to hold open board meetings will soon head to the Mississippi Senate for consideration, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday.
Jan 26, 2015: Daily Journal: Special-needs scholarships back in spotlight
Both Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves are voicing strong support for a program that would provide state funds for parents of special-needs children to pursue education options other than the public schools.
Both Gov. Phil Bryant and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves are voicing strong support for a program that would provide state funds for parents of special-needs children to pursue education options other than the public schools.
Jan 20, 2015: Sun Herald: Editorial: Tate Reeves' agenda would strengthen transparency
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' legislative agenda includes two important steps the Legislature should take to make government in the Magnolia State more transparent.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves' legislative agenda includes two important steps the Legislature should take to make government in the Magnolia State more transparent.
Jan 20, 2015: NRA-ILA: Mississippi: Bills Filed in Jackson to Reduce Concealed Carry Permit Fees
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves (R) has made this a centerpiece of his legislative agenda for the 2015 session. NRA strongly supports SB 2394 and applauds this effort to make self-defense more affordable for law-abiding Mississippians. The measure has been referred to the Senate Accountability, Efficiency & Transparency Committee.
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves (R) has made this a centerpiece of his legislative agenda for the 2015 session. NRA strongly supports SB 2394 and applauds this effort to make self-defense more affordable for law-abiding Mississippians. The measure has been referred to the Senate Accountability, Efficiency & Transparency Committee.
Jan 16, 2015: WJTV: PARCC Test Removed but Common Core Standards Remain
"It seems like we spend more time in the classroom testing than we are teaching and the PARCC assessment, the long testing certainly lead to that," says Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. He and some local school leaders agree with the withdrawal. Friday morning, the State Board of Education voted to withdraw from the assessment, also known as the Common Core Test.
"It seems like we spend more time in the classroom testing than we are teaching and the PARCC assessment, the long testing certainly lead to that," says Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. He and some local school leaders agree with the withdrawal. Friday morning, the State Board of Education voted to withdraw from the assessment, also known as the Common Core Test.
Jan 14, 2015: Sun Herald: Alternative to school funding measure going on Mississippi ballot
His statement was contradicted by the Senate's presiding officer, Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves. "The bill we passed today is about funding public schools and getting results for our students," Reeves said after the Senate vote.
His statement was contradicted by the Senate's presiding officer, Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves. "The bill we passed today is about funding public schools and getting results for our students," Reeves said after the Senate vote.
Jan 7, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Legislators on a Tight Rope, Walking a Fine Line
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said he plans to help increase education funding beyond previous years. "My goal for next year's budget is to have appropriated more money for Mississippi's public education than ever before in the history of our state," Reeves told reporters at a John C. Stennis Capitol press luncheon in late November.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said he plans to help increase education funding beyond previous years. "My goal for next year's budget is to have appropriated more money for Mississippi's public education than ever before in the history of our state," Reeves told reporters at a John C. Stennis Capitol press luncheon in late November.
Jan 4, 2015: Sun Herald: Ward set as Mississippi Senate president pro tem
"Giles has the respect of his colleagues in the Senate because they know he has the true heart of a public servant," Reeves said in a statement. "Giles is passionate about creating smart agriculture and forestry policies, protecting Mississippians' Second Amendment rights and creating good-paying jobs across this state.
"Giles has the respect of his colleagues in the Senate because they know he has the true heart of a public servant," Reeves said in a statement. "Giles is passionate about creating smart agriculture and forestry policies, protecting Mississippians' Second Amendment rights and creating good-paying jobs across this state.
Jan 3, 2015: Clarion Ledger: 2015 legislative agendas will garner debate
Neither Gunn nor Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves listed a tax cut as a top priority for this session, but both say they're open to such proposals and have voiced support for tax cuts over the last year as state revenue has improved.
Neither Gunn nor Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves listed a tax cut as a top priority for this session, but both say they're open to such proposals and have voiced support for tax cuts over the last year as state revenue has improved.
Dec 1, 2014: Mississippi Conservative Daily: It Begins: Lt. Governor Tate Reeves Flip Flops on Common Core
Leaders like Senator Michael Watson, Senator Angela Hill, Senator Melanie Sojourner and all of our coalition members have taken our message to the people across Mississippi and we have shown time after time that this is another federal scheme in a long line of federal schemes. Mississippi parents and Mississippi educators can do better.
Leaders like Senator Michael Watson, Senator Angela Hill, Senator Melanie Sojourner and all of our coalition members have taken our message to the people across Mississippi and we have shown time after time that this is another federal scheme in a long line of federal schemes. Mississippi parents and Mississippi educators can do better.
Nov 23, 2014: Mississippi Business Journal: BILL CRAWFORD: Bryant’s tax cut won’t stop spending growth
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves has also called for a tax cut, so expect something like Bryant’s proposal to pass next year.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves has also called for a tax cut, so expect something like Bryant’s proposal to pass next year.
Oct 3, 2014: Gulf Live: Enrollment increasing in Mississippi Medicaid and CHIP programs
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, all Republicans, oppose Medicaid expansion because they say they don't believe the federal government's promise to pay most of the expenses.
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, all Republicans, oppose Medicaid expansion because they say they don't believe the federal government's promise to pay most of the expenses.
Oct 2, 2014: Clarion Ledger: AG to seek dismissal of adequate education fund lawsuit
Reeves said there is no way the state can provide almost $300 million more to K-12 education unless it takes the money from colleges and universities or corrections, which would gut funding for those programs.
Sept 26, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Domed stadium for Jackson State would need public money
"Mississippi taxpayers should not be asked to subsidize college athletic venues," Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said in a statement. Our limited budget for IHL should be focused on preparing students to graduate from our universities with the job skills needed for today's economy. Across the country, college athletics are supported through private donations, ticket revenue and sponsorships."
Sept 15, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Pender: Who might run for what and why
Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves has drawn tea party scorn, but a challenge of him would come at peril. Reeves is a disciplined politician with name recognition who follows the playbook on political blocking and tackling. He works hard. He can raise money. He started the year with a $1.2 million war chest and has added to it lately. But depending on how the stars align, he could draw challengers … more on that in a bit.
Sept 5, 2014: Newsms: "Larger Than Life": State Sen. Terry Brown Remembered After Losing Battle With Cancer
”Larger than life” is how Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves described his friend Terry Brown in a statement released Thursday evening. Brown lost his battle with lung cancer at Baptists Memorial Golden Triangle Thursday afternoon.
Aug 11, 2014: Weidie Report: Why Don’t They Like Tate?
During the 2011 campaign when Reeves moved up to lieutenant governor from his job as state treasurer, a longtime Republican leader asked me, “Is Tate Reeves as smart as he thinks he is?”
July 30, 2014: Z-News Mississippi: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves at Neshoba County Fairgrounds Today
BALANCED BUDGET, CUTTING WASTEFUL SPENDING CRITICAL TO STATE’S FUTURE, REEVES SAYS
July 30, 2014: Madison County Journal: Legislators unveil plan to build better state with merit-based budgeting
The plan, dubbed "Building a Better Mississippi," was first pushed by Sen. Terry Burton (R-Newton) and Rep. Toby Barker (R-Hattiesburg), but now has the backing of House Speaker Philip Gunn (R-Clinton) and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves. The plan was announced last week.
July 29, 2014: WKZO: Appeals court rules Mississippi abortion law unconstitutional
Anti-abortion advocates have countered that they are intended to protect women's health, though some, including Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, have also said they would likely shutter clinics.July 28, 2014: Hattiesburg American: Reeves wants to reward what works in state government
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said he always has expected the taxpayers of Mississippi to hold him accountable for how their money is being spent.
July 24, 2014: Z-News Mississippi: Republican legislative leaders unveil a plan to boost accountability at state agencies and spend taxpayer dollars on results.
From Tate Reeves News Release
Reeves said there is no way the state can provide almost $300 million more to K-12 education unless it takes the money from colleges and universities or corrections, which would gut funding for those programs.
Sept 26, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Domed stadium for Jackson State would need public money
"Mississippi taxpayers should not be asked to subsidize college athletic venues," Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said in a statement. Our limited budget for IHL should be focused on preparing students to graduate from our universities with the job skills needed for today's economy. Across the country, college athletics are supported through private donations, ticket revenue and sponsorships."
Sept 15, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Pender: Who might run for what and why
Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves has drawn tea party scorn, but a challenge of him would come at peril. Reeves is a disciplined politician with name recognition who follows the playbook on political blocking and tackling. He works hard. He can raise money. He started the year with a $1.2 million war chest and has added to it lately. But depending on how the stars align, he could draw challengers … more on that in a bit.
Sept 5, 2014: Newsms: "Larger Than Life": State Sen. Terry Brown Remembered After Losing Battle With Cancer
”Larger than life” is how Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves described his friend Terry Brown in a statement released Thursday evening. Brown lost his battle with lung cancer at Baptists Memorial Golden Triangle Thursday afternoon.
Aug 11, 2014: Weidie Report: Why Don’t They Like Tate?
During the 2011 campaign when Reeves moved up to lieutenant governor from his job as state treasurer, a longtime Republican leader asked me, “Is Tate Reeves as smart as he thinks he is?”
July 30, 2014: Z-News Mississippi: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves at Neshoba County Fairgrounds Today
BALANCED BUDGET, CUTTING WASTEFUL SPENDING CRITICAL TO STATE’S FUTURE, REEVES SAYS
July 30, 2014: Madison County Journal: Legislators unveil plan to build better state with merit-based budgeting
The plan, dubbed "Building a Better Mississippi," was first pushed by Sen. Terry Burton (R-Newton) and Rep. Toby Barker (R-Hattiesburg), but now has the backing of House Speaker Philip Gunn (R-Clinton) and Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves. The plan was announced last week.
July 29, 2014: WKZO: Appeals court rules Mississippi abortion law unconstitutional
Anti-abortion advocates have countered that they are intended to protect women's health, though some, including Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, have also said they would likely shutter clinics.July 28, 2014: Hattiesburg American: Reeves wants to reward what works in state government
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves said he always has expected the taxpayers of Mississippi to hold him accountable for how their money is being spent.
July 24, 2014: Z-News Mississippi: Republican legislative leaders unveil a plan to boost accountability at state agencies and spend taxpayer dollars on results.
From Tate Reeves News Release
July 22, 2014: Y'all Politics: Speaker Philip Gunn to announce new budget proposal
Speaker Gunn will be joined by subcommittee members Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, Senate Appropriations Chairman Sen. Buck Clarke, President Pro Tempore Sen. Terry Brown, House Appropriations Chairman Rep. Herb Frierson, Speaker Pro Tempore Rep. Greg Snowden and Director of Mississippi Legislative Budget Office Debbie Rubisoff.
Speaker Gunn will be joined by subcommittee members Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves, Senate Appropriations Chairman Sen. Buck Clarke, President Pro Tempore Sen. Terry Brown, House Appropriations Chairman Rep. Herb Frierson, Speaker Pro Tempore Rep. Greg Snowden and Director of Mississippi Legislative Budget Office Debbie Rubisoff.
July 19, 2014: Clarion Ledger: Pender: Who’s running for what in ’15
Tea party, Democrats, other Republicans — incumbent GOP Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is likely to draw a challenge or three next year.
May 7, 2014: Mississippi Business Journal: Bryant calls special session of Legislature for storm-recovery funding
The governor thanked Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gun for working with him on the special session call.
Apr 26, 2014: Yall Politics: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves speaks at Pine Belt forestry field day
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves speaks at an annual Field Day event Saturday for the Forrest-Lamar Forestry Assn.
Apr 14, 2014: Mississippi Business Blog: Tate Reeves to take part in CCIM panel on ‘State of Commercial Real Estate’
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will join a panel of commercial real estate professionals Thursday for a discussion titled “The State of Commercial Real Estate.”
Mar 18, 2014: Mississippi Conservative Daily: Rick Ward: Tate Reeves Putting Politics Ahead of Gun Rights
Senators Chris McDaniel and Melanie Sojourner have the worst track records in the Senate this year. But is it their fault, or were their efforts sabotaged by their own leader, President of the Senate, Lt Governor Tate Reeves?
Mar 12, 2014: Jackson Free Press: Tate Reeves blasts Mississippi House for voting down teacher pay raise
In case you think Republicans all get along. The lieutenant governor's verbatim response, sent earlier today
Mar 4, 2014: Mississippi Business Journal: Reeves, Tollison introduce teacher salary legislation
Current Mississippi teachers would see a $3,500 increase in pay over the next 16 months while starting salaries would rise under a plan presented yesterday by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Senate Education Committee Chairman Gray Tollison.
Tea party, Democrats, other Republicans — incumbent GOP Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves is likely to draw a challenge or three next year.
May 7, 2014: Mississippi Business Journal: Bryant calls special session of Legislature for storm-recovery funding
The governor thanked Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gun for working with him on the special session call.
Apr 26, 2014: Yall Politics: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves speaks at Pine Belt forestry field day
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves speaks at an annual Field Day event Saturday for the Forrest-Lamar Forestry Assn.
Apr 14, 2014: Mississippi Business Blog: Tate Reeves to take part in CCIM panel on ‘State of Commercial Real Estate’
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will join a panel of commercial real estate professionals Thursday for a discussion titled “The State of Commercial Real Estate.”
Mar 18, 2014: Mississippi Conservative Daily: Rick Ward: Tate Reeves Putting Politics Ahead of Gun Rights
Senators Chris McDaniel and Melanie Sojourner have the worst track records in the Senate this year. But is it their fault, or were their efforts sabotaged by their own leader, President of the Senate, Lt Governor Tate Reeves?
Mar 12, 2014: Jackson Free Press: Tate Reeves blasts Mississippi House for voting down teacher pay raise
In case you think Republicans all get along. The lieutenant governor's verbatim response, sent earlier today
Mar 4, 2014: Mississippi Business Journal: Reeves, Tollison introduce teacher salary legislation
Current Mississippi teachers would see a $3,500 increase in pay over the next 16 months while starting salaries would rise under a plan presented yesterday by Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Senate Education Committee Chairman Gray Tollison.
Mar 4, 2014: Gulf Live: Teacher pay raise plan moves to Mississippi Senate, but union says it's not enough
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves talked about the proposal on Monday, and the Senate Education Committee inserted it Tuesday into House Bill 504, taking out a separate teacher pay raise plan that passed the House in early February. The revised bill moves to the full Senate for more debate.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves talked about the proposal on Monday, and the Senate Education Committee inserted it Tuesday into House Bill 504, taking out a separate teacher pay raise plan that passed the House in early February. The revised bill moves to the full Senate for more debate.
Mar 3, 2014: Gulf Live: Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves unveiling new teacher pay raise proposal (updated)
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, Republican leader of the Senate, unveiled his teacher pay raise plan Monday, saying it would be considered Tuesday by the Senate Education Committee. Mississippi has long had some of the lowest teacher salaries in the nation.
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, Republican leader of the Senate, unveiled his teacher pay raise plan Monday, saying it would be considered Tuesday by the Senate Education Committee. Mississippi has long had some of the lowest teacher salaries in the nation.
Jan 6, 2012: Jackson Free Press: Reeves Bipartisan in Chair Assignments
Calling it a leadership team that represents both the Mississippi Senate and the state, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves unveiled his appointments of committee chairs, vice-chairs and members at the Capitol this morning.
Calling it a leadership team that represents both the Mississippi Senate and the state, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves unveiled his appointments of committee chairs, vice-chairs and members at the Capitol this morning.
