January 22, 2012

Sen. Michael Watson, Chairman of the Senate Constitution Committee, researching pardon amendment

"I want as much information as possible when we sit down to craft this amendment," Watson said, noting he's working closely with Gov. Phil Bryant on the amendment.

January 15, 2012

Pardons spur talk of change

Watson added, "Any time you amend the Constitution, it is a big deal. You want to make sure you get it right."

January 13, 2012

Changes due for pardons

"We want to make sure we're targeting folks who really have no business being pardoned."

January 9, 2012

Pascagoula Sen. Michael Watson proposes drug testing welfare recipients

"Our system is abused," Watson said. "Across the state, lawmakers have big hearts and truly want to help people, but we want to help people who also want to help themselves."