Healthcare

States across the country are looking to Mississippi and trying to replicate our success in implementing innovative telehealth technology. Governor Reeves has worked for years to strengthen the telemedicine capabilities in Mississippi in order to offer high-quality, affordable healthcare access to all Mississippians, regardless of where they live.

In the wake of COVID-19, Governor Reeves worked tirelessly with the state health department, national and state health experts, and the Trump Administration to ensure the effectiveness of our data-driven, measured strategy to mitigate the pandemic’s impact on public health.

Governor Reeves is committed to continue increasing Mississippians’ access to quality healthcare and improving public health by promoting smart, conservative policies that ensure the health and well-being of all who call Mississippi home.

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Governor Reeves Signs Legislation Extending Postpartum Care for Mothers

March 16, 2023

JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today signed Senate Bill 2212 which extends postpartum care from two to 12 months for mothers on Medicaid in Mississippi. Governor Reeves made the following statement: “Last year, Mississippi led the way to the single greatest conservative victory in a generation – the overturning of Roe v. Wade. This […]

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Governor Reeves Vetoes Two Bills That Would Increase Health Care Costs in Mississippi

March 15, 2023

JACKSON, Miss. – On Wednesday, March 15th, Governor Tate Reeves vetoed SB 2224 and SB 2622. Governor Reeves made the following statement about the vetoes: “Today, I vetoed two bills that had the potential to seriously increase the cost of health care in Mississippi. One is a bad idea, and I can’t see myself supporting […]

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Governor Reeves Signs Legislation Creating Nurse Retention Program in Mississippi

March 9, 2023

Governor Tate Reeves today announced that he signed Senate Bill 2373 which creates the “Skilled Nursing Home and Hospital Nurses Retention Loan Repayment Program.”

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Governor Reeves Issues Limits on College Stadiums, Game Day Events to Protect Players and Spectators

August 20, 2020

Today, Governor Tate Reeves issued social distancing measures for college and university outdoor stadiums and game day events to ensure the safety of participants and limit transmission in the continued fight against COVID-19.

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Governor Reeves Launches Expanded COVID-19 Testing for Teachers and Telehealth in Schools

August 17, 2020

Today, Governor Tate Reeves launched new COVID-19 initiatives to ensure the health and well-being of students and teachers as they return to school.

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