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This bill requires the Mississippi Community College Board and the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning to implement a new class registration system that prioritizes Mississippi residents over nonresident students. Specifically, the bill mandates that these educational institutions develop a registration process that gives permanent state residents the first option to register for classes, whether online or in-person, for the upcoming term or semester. This means Mississippi residents who are currently enrolled in a postsecondary institution or recent graduates of public, private, or homeschool programs in the state will have priority registration before nonresident students can sign up for classes. The new registration system aims to provide Mississippi students with better access to course selection and ensure they have the first opportunity to secure their desired classes. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving institutions time to implement the new registration framework. By prioritizing resident students, the legislation seeks to support educational opportunities for Mississippi students and potentially help them more effectively plan their academic paths.

Education

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0527.xml