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MS HB447

MS HB447
Military education credits and certifications; require IHL, MCCB and SWIB to develop policy for acceptance of.

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Introduced
01/10/2025
In Committee
01/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Provide That The State Workforce Investment Board Or An Applicable Occupational Licensing Board Shall Accept Military Education, Training And Service As Qualified Credentials Otherwise Required Of An Applicant For A License Or Certificate; To Define Terms Used In This Act; To Specify The Professional Occupations And Occupational Licensing Boards To Which The Provisions Of This Act Apply; To Require Evidence Of Successful Completion Of The Education, Training Or Service As A Member Of The Armed Forces Of The United States, The United States Reserves, The National Guard Of Any State, The Military Reserves Of Any State Or The Naval Militia Of Any State To Qualify For Such Benefit; To Prescribe The Process By Which Eligible Individuals Shall Adhere To In Applying For A Temporary Practice Permit, License Of Certification; To Require The State Workforce Investment Board Or Applicable Occupational Licensing Board To Expedite The Procedure For Issuance Of A License Or Certificate For Applicants Who Are On Active Duty; To Amend Section 37-101-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Board Of Trustees Of State Institutions Of Higher Learning And The Mississippi Community College Board To Require The Postsecondary Institutions Under Their Governance To Implement A Policy And Procedure For The Acceptance Of Academic Credits Received By Members Of The Armed Forces Of The United States Upon Presentation Of Evidence Of Successful Completion Of Relevant Military Education, Training Or Service; To Amend Section 37-153-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The State Workforce Investment Board, In Conjunction With The Board Of Trustees Of State Institutions Of Higher Learning And The Mississippi Community College Board To Facilitate The Development And Implementation Of A Statewide Policy And Procedure For The Acceptance Of Academic Credits Received By Members Of The Armed Forces Of The United States Upon Presentation Of Evidence Of Successful Completion Of Relevant Military Education, Training Or Service; To Amend Section 73-50-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill aims to facilitate easier professional licensing and academic credit recognition for military service members, veterans, and their families in Mississippi. The legislation requires various state boards, such as the State Workforce Investment Board, higher education institutions, and occupational licensing boards, to accept military education, training, and service as equivalent qualifications for professional licenses and academic credits. Specifically, these entities must evaluate military credentials and determine if they are substantially equivalent to the standard requirements for licenses or academic programs. The bill covers a wide range of professional fields, including healthcare, education, trades, and technical professions, and provides a streamlined process for military personnel to obtain temporary practice permits and licenses. Key provisions include expedited application processing for active-duty service members, the ability to obtain temporary licenses while completing full licensing requirements, and a requirement for boards to develop clear policies for recognizing military training and experience. The bill also mandates that postsecondary institutions create policies to accept military credits toward degrees or technical programs, aiming to reduce barriers for military members transitioning into civilian professional and educational settings. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to develop and implement the required policies and procedures.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/04/2025)

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