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MS HB192

MS HB192
Student residency requirements; require State Board of Education to adopt uniform policy to be implemented by school boards.


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Introduced
01/17/2024
In Committee
01/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 37-15-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The State Board Of Education To Adopt A Policy Establishing Uniform Residency Requirements For Children Enrolled In Public Schools To Be Adhered To By All Local School Boards; To Provide That The Policy Does Not Abrogate The Right Of Any Parent Or Legal Guardian Of A Child To Legally Transfer The Child To Another School District; To Bring Forward Section 37-15-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Establishes General Procedures For Transferring Students Between School Districts Under Certain Circumstances, For The Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires the State Board of Education to adopt a policy establishing uniform residency requirements for children enrolled in and attending public schools, which must be implemented and adhered to by all local school boards. The bill does not abrogate the right of any parent or legal guardian to legally transfer their child to another school district as authorized under existing law. However, if a parent or legal guardian chooses to transfer their child, they must comply with the requirements of the policy adopted by the State Board of Education and the existing transfer procedures.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 03/05/2024)

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