Jason White
@JasonWhiteMS
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Speaker of the House - Mississippi House of Representatives
West, MS
Joined January 2015
Reverse trick-or-treating at @childrensofms has become a favorite Halloween tradition in our office. We hope to have brought a little joy to these young patients today. As Woody would say, “Reach for the stars!”
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As the final Hobnob event under the Mississippi Economic Council, thank you to our host and MEC President Scott Waller for the years of advocacy for Mississippi businesses, and I applaud the new endeavor of the @MSBAInfo. Under the leadership of John McKay, Derek Easley, and
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It was great to join @mspolicy for “A Celebration of Mississippi Success”. There are many Mississippi successes I’ve had the honor to be part of – to have a front-row seat to policy wins like the Education Reforms of 2012, 2013, and 2014 that led to the “Mississippi Miracle” we
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Public funds have supported private education for decades through Pell Grants, state financial aid to private colleges, and even the limited school choice programs Mississippi has today. Almost $11 million in state tax dollars per year are used at private institutions for special
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School districts will still have complete control over their admissions policies, and no school will be forced to accept a student it does not have the existing capacity to serve. School districts can limit the number of students they accept each year and establish cut-off dates
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Looking forward to the Select Committee's third meeting to continue hearing from different perspectives and interested parties on Education Freedom, evaluating what is best for parents and students in Mississippi. @robroberson43
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Momentum is building for Education Freedom in our state. It was a great opportunity to speak to Mississippians on a grassroots level at Rep. Lance Varner's "Barn Burner" in Rankin County last night. Of course, the tunes from The House Band were a hit too!
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The Capital City Revitalization Select Committee remains focused on making real progress for the Jackson metro area. Chair @RepShandaYates and Co-Chair @ClayMansell have done an excellent job bringing city leaders together to address challenges with purposeful solutions.
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The PERS Select Committee will host its second meeting to continue evaluating opportunities that stabilize and secure Mississippi's commitment to current and future state retirees.
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"On one side of the brewing fight, you have @POTUS
@realDonaldTrump, Governor @tatereeves, Speaker White, the @MSGOP’s platform, popular support, and conservative principle. On the other side, a group that tried to take away the people of Mississippi’s elected voice on education
magnoliatribune.com
Understand the significance of school choice in Mississippi as debates intensify under political pressures and public opinions.
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I appreciate the Rotary Clubs of Carthage and Collins for their kind hospitality and the chance to connect with the members of their community. I enjoyed the opportunity to discuss our achievements and the House's commitment to advancing parent power in Mississippi.
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Thank you to @CSGSouth for the opportunity to participate in the CALS Class of 2025 and to Speaker @JasonWhiteMS for the recommendation. It’s an honor to represent Mississippi in such a prestigious leadership program! @MSHouseOfRep
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Well said, @JansenOwen. Parents, not the government, know what is best for their children. https://t.co/PFMk3qjLAX
magnoliatribune.com
State Rep. Jansen Owen says while school choice opponents fight tooth and nail to protect the current system, freedom is coming in Mississippi.
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Thank you, Amy and DeFord Walker, for hosting the Mississippi House Leadership's Fall Reception last night! The generous contributions and enthusiastic participation support current and future commonsense conservatives in the Mississippi House of Representatives.
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The @MSGOP enjoyed the company of Florida's Congresswoman, @Kat_Cammack. It was an honor to have the opportunity to visit with a conservative who represents the Republican Party well in DC. @lesleyaadavis and Chairman @MikeHurstMS, thank you for the hospitality — it it was a
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Excited to promote parent empowerment in the Hospitality State, where: ➡️72% of school parents support ESAs ➡️61% of adults support universal ESAs, and ➡️57% would choose a school other than district if able 🚨Trump, the School Choice President, won by 23 pts. School choice is
I’m excited to welcome @ErikaDonalds to the great state of Mississippi on Thursday. A leader and influencer in education freedom, she knows what it takes to pass real reform.
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Our Education Freedom Select Committee will continue their discussions this week. @robroberson43 and @JansenOwen are continuing to invite all perspectives and interested parties to move Mississippi in the direction of more parent power.
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Thank you, Tupelo Kiwanis Club and Ripley Rotary, for the warm welcome and the opportunity to visit with each of your community members to share our accomplishments and our focus as we work to prepare our top priority: Education Freedom in Mississippi.
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