Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Urges Legislative Focus on PERS and Insurance Reform

Mississippi's Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson is urging the state legislature to address tax reform, health insurance reform, and improvements to the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) in the upcoming session. He emphasizes the need for fully funding the retirement system to support state employees, retirees, first responders, and teachers. Gipson highlighted the importance of providing secure retirement benefits for these groups, noting their vital roles and risks in public service.