Mississippi Senate Resolution 5 amends Senate Rules 28 and 35C to restrict floor access and activities for news media members.
Mississippi Senate Resolution 5 amends Senate Rules 28 and 35C to impose floor restrictions on members of the news media. Rule 28 now limits floor access to specific individuals, including members and their families, elected state officials, and others designated by the Rules Committee. It prohibits food consumption and banner displays in the Senate Gallery and committee rooms. Rule 35C restricts photography and transcription of Senate debates and proceedings to news media with proper credentials.
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