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TACKLE THE TAPE UPDATE
I'm excited to announce we recently cast our 146th vote as a participating member of the Occupational Licensing Review Commission (OLRC). Each of these votes helps reduce regulatory burdens in Mississippi, making it easier for all to do business across our state.
July marks the five-year anniversary of Tackle the Tape (TTT), and I'm incredibly thankful for our team's completion of another year of hard work. We continue to work diligently to cut burdensome regulations and "rid the red" across Mississippi.
Since its inception, Tackle the Tape has made it easier for individuals to obtain or renew professional licensure, resulting in an abundance of new businesses and jobs. From nurses and pharmacists to licensed counselors, these OLRC votes have enabled these professionals to continue living and working in our state.
In our efforts to thoroughly review Mississippi's occupational licensing boards and commissions, we launched our 29 by 29 strategic plan in 2022. This plan details our goal to review all 29 boards and commissions by 2029. We stand ready and willing to assist Mississippians as we push back on overly-burdensome policies.
Should you encounter any regulations hindering your business or profession, I encourage you to contact our office. Additionally, visit our website to learn more about Tackle the Tape or to report a regulation.
MORE NEWS
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WARNING: Increase in Fraudulent Business Filings
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Secretary Michael Watson Joins Multi-State, Multimillion-Dollar Settlement with Investment Firms over Unreasonable Commissions to Customers
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New Tax-Forfeited Inventory Map Available on Secretary of State's Website
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VISIT WITH SUMMER INTERNS
I enjoyed getting to spend a full morning with our summer interns. They joined me for coffee, our senior staff meeting, and a meet and greet with the Stennis Institute's Junior Civics Leadership Academy.
Working in four different divisions across our agency, these interns have already been a tremendous help around the office. We're thrilled to have these young Mississippians with us this summer!
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MADISON BUSINESS NETWORK LUNCHEON
Thank you to the Madison Business Network for the invitation to speak at their Quarterly Luncheon. I relish any opportunity to share the impact of Mississippi Businesses Against Trafficking (MBAT) and ways businesses can join the fight against trafficking.
Every individual we educate and empower could be another life saved. I encourage you to visit our MBAT website to learn more about how you can help identify and report trafficking. Together, we can take the steps needed to protect our businesses and communities.
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GIRLS STATE VISIT
Honored to be back at Girls State with some of Mississippi's best and brightest. These student leaders constantly challenge me to be better each day. One of the best parts about my job is getting to mentor our next generation and encourage them to achieve their goals as the future leaders of Mississippi.
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GULF COAST BUSINESS COUNCIL VISIT
A big thanks to the Gulf Coast Business Council for a first-class event. I'm always grateful to visit with some of our finest entrepreneurs in the state. Their success is yet another reminder of why Mississippi is open for business. There is no greater time than now to #MovetoMississippi!
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BUC-EE'S GRAND OPENING
Proud to help welcome the first Buc-ee's to Mississippi! Thanks to the hard work and efforts of business owners like "Beaver" Aplin and his team, business is booming across the Hospitality State. The 'Sip is the move!
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Ashley Gilmore
Ashley serves as the Senior Attorney in our Charities Divison. She has been employed with the Secretary of State's Office since 2023.
Having practiced in the area of nonprofit law prior to joining the agency, Ashley’s background has been a valuable asset to the Charities Division. Her cheerful attitude and willingness to go above and beyond to assist filers, whether on the phone or in person, make her a great team player.
We are extremely blessed to have Ashley on our team and appreciate her service to Mississippi!
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