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Lt. Gov. (Mississippi) Delbert Hoseman
February 20, 2025 - JACKSON, MS - Mississippi's lieutenant governor, Delbert Hosemann, experienced a health scare when he unexpectedly collapsed on the floor of the state Senate chamber on Wednesday. The incident occurred while Hosemann was standing at a podium, addressing the Senate. He suddenly leaned forward and fell to the floor, prompting several individuals to rush to his aid. The Senate convened a recess immediately following the incident.
A statement from Hosemann's spokesperson, Hannah Milliet, confirmed that the lieutenant governor is in good spirits and grateful for the medical care he received. Milliet did not disclose further details regarding Hosemann's condition. Governor Tate Reeves and his wife expressed their support on the social platform X, extending their prayers to Hosemann. State lawmakers also shared messages of encouragement and well wishes for Hosemann's recovery.
The health incident comes shortly after Hosemann's presentation of a $326 million tax cut package on February 12. The package aims to reduce state income tax and the sales tax on groceries over the next four years while proposing an increase in the gasoline tax to fund road work. Hosemann emphasized the need for the tax cuts to be sustainable, highlighting his cautious approach to fiscal policy.
This recent development has sparked concern and support from across the political spectrum as Hosemann looks forward to resuming his duties.
Based on original reporting by the Associated Press.
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