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This bill aims to enhance financial literacy education in Mississippi's public schools by requiring the State Board of Education to incorporate financial literacy components into the existing curriculum for grades 6-8 beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Starting with the graduating class of 2031, students will be required to successfully complete a half-Carnegie Unit course in personal finance (or a full Carnegie Unit course with at least half the standards focused on financial literacy) during grades 9-12 as a graduation requirement. The bill establishes a Financial Literacy Trust Fund administered by the State Board of Education to support these educational efforts, with provisions for independent audits every two years and annual reporting to the Legislature. The financial literacy curriculum will cover key topics such as decision-making, earning income, saving and spending, using credit, and budgeting. School boards will be authorized to coordinate with various organizations, including Junior Achievement and local community organizations, to develop and implement the program. The legislation aims to ensure that students gain practical financial skills that can help them make informed economic decisions throughout their lives, with the program set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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