Bill
Bill > HB310
MS HB310
MS HB310Pledge of Allegiance; require that public school students recite at the beginning of each school day.
summary
Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 37-13-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Recitation Of The Oath Of Allegiance To The Flag Of The United States Of America At The Beginning Of The First Hour Of Each Day School Is In Session For Academic Instruction; To Bring Forward Section 37-13-6, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that public school students in Mississippi must recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag at the beginning of the first hour of each day school is in session for academic instruction, replacing a previous requirement that it be recited at least once a month. The bill also reiterates existing provisions regarding the display of the U.S. flag in classrooms and instruction on flag etiquette, and clarifies that students or teachers who object to reciting the pledge are excused without penalty. The Mississippi Code of 1972, which contains these laws, is being amended to reflect these changes, with the new requirement taking effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0310.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0310IN.htm |
Loading...