Donnie Scoggin

State Representative Mississippi House District 89

Serving the People of Jones County

Be Informed: November 2020 Medical Marijuana Initiatives ​

As voters in Mississippi go to the polls in November, they will be faced with a unique decision ahead of them, which is whether or not to legalize medical marijuana.  Many questions have been raised about the difference between Initiative 65 and 65A, which are the two versions of a medical marijuana amendment that will be on the ballot.  I will attempt, to the best of my knowledge, to provide some clarity regarding these two initiatives and how the ballot is set up for voting on this issue.   

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Administrators from Ellisville State School were at the Capitol discussing improved mental health services.
Administrators from Ellisville State School were at the Capitol discussing improved mental health services.
Aubrey Register is a member of the Jones County 4-H and also the state ambassador 4-H team.
Aubrey Register is a member of the Jones County 4-H and also the state ambassador 4-H team.
Tyler Owen, myself and Rex Buckhaults -- who was my FFA teacher
Tyler Owen, myself and Rex Buckhaults -- who was my FFA teacher
Meeting with Campbell Hankins. Selected to be in the leadership program sponsored by the Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi.
Meeting with Campbell Hankins. Selected to be in the leadership program sponsored by the Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi.
Donnie and Dr Mark Horne who volunteered a day of his time to come to the Capitol. Each day a doctor comes and provides Healthcare to any one that may get sick while at the Capitol.
Donnie and Dr Mark Horne who volunteered a day of his time to come to the Capitol. Each day a doctor comes and provides Healthcare to any one that may get sick while at the Capitol.
Jim Walley, Meacham Harlow and Donnie at a meeting of the Mississippi Forestry Association on Wednesday. I was able to attend this and learn more about the Forestry in Jones County
Jim Walley, Meacham Harlow and Donnie at a meeting of the Mississippi Forestry Association on Wednesday. I was able to attend this and learn more about the Forestry in Jones County
Marianna jefcoat and Ella Jefcoat served as pages with Donnie. Both are students at West Jones High School.
Marianna jefcoat and Ella Jefcoat served as pages with Donnie. Both are students at West Jones High School.
Marianna and Ella visiting with Governor Tate Reeves.
Marianna and Ella visiting with Governor Tate Reeves.
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Legislature Adjourns Due To COVID-19

On Tuesday, March 17, the Mississippi House of Representatives suspended the legislative session until April 1 at 2 p.m., or a date mutually agreed upon by Speaker of the House Philip Gunn and Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann if necessary. This suspension is out abundance of caution for the members and staff due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Update From The Week of March 2nd

House Bill 730, would allow municipalities with a population of less than 2,500 residents to conduct special elections at one central polling place. If enacted into law, it would only apply to special elections.

Update From The Week of February 24th 2020

The most heavily discussed bill this week was Senate Bill 2257. The bill will authorize the State Auditor’s office to examine tax returns of individuals who receive federal benefits like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Update From the Week of February 10th 2020

House members had a busy week full of committee meetings and hearings. The deadline for the introduction of general bills and constitutional amendments is Monday, February 17

WEEK 4 2020 UPDATE FROM JACKSON

Governor Tate Reeves delivered his first State of the State address on Monday to a joint session of the Mississippi Legislature. He spoke of his plans for education, health care and workforce development. He also announced his plan to close Unit 29 at the Mississippi State Penitentiary, or Parchman. This is a response to the string of killings and other violent incidents in Mississippi prisons.

Legislative Update Week of February 3rd

The Commissioner of Insurance shall resolve certain disputes between provider and the insured regarding billing. The bill passed by a bipartisan vote of 111-4.

Update From The Week of February 17th 2020

Legislators had a full schedule during the seventh week of the 2020 Legislative Session. The deadline for introducing bills was on Monday night, so the calendar quickly became full with bills and resolutions to discuss. Although most work is still happening in committees, several pieces of legislation reached the House floor.

Weeks of January 6 and 13 2020

Weeks of January 6 and 13 On January 7, 2020, the Mississippi State Legislature began the first session of the new four-year term. Per the Constitution of the State of Mississippi, the first session of every term is scheduled to last 125 days, as opposed to 90 days. This is done to accommodate inaugurations, new committee chairmanships and procedural matters like choosing parking spaces and offices. House members took the oath of office on the first day before the election of Speaker of the House and Speaker Pro Tempore.

Update From Jan 20th 2020

Donnie Scoggin was named as Vice-chairman of the Universities and Colleges Committee last week in the Mississippi Legislature. Scoggin was also named to roles on the Agriculture Committee, Judiciary B, County Affairs and Public Health Committees.

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Mississippi House District 89 Serving the People of Jones County

Think You May Have Unclaimed Property?

The Office of the State Treasurer is responsible for the administration of the Unclaimed Property Act. The law requires that “holders” such as banks, credit unions, insurance companies, retail stores, utility companies, and business associations turn over to the Office of the State Treasurer any assets such as money, cash, checks or stocks that have been abandoned for which there has been no contact for a period of five years. The Unclaimed Property Division is charged with trying to locate the rightful owners of such assets.