Rep. Dana McLean, R-Columbus (left) and Center for Violence Prevention Exec. Dir. Sandy Middleton, holding a rape kit, were joined by sexual assault advocates, legislators, members of law enforcement, urging legislators to take another look at House Bill 928, requiring kits and better care for victims of rape, Monday, March 10, 2025 at the State Capitol. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
On the heels of a central Mississippi mother’s report that her child who was allegedly raped was turned away from a hospital, lawmakers risk letting a bill that would require ERs to stock and perform rape kits die on deadline day.
Update 4/1/25
