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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 Sections 37-3-82 And 37-7-321, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Local School Districts And Local Law Enforcement Agencies That Employ Individuals To Serve As School Resource Officers To Provide Mental Health First Aid Training That Is Evidenced-based And Approved By The Department Of Mental Health; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that school districts in Mississippi, and local law enforcement agencies that provide school resource officers (SROs), must ensure these officers receive Mental Health First Aid training. This training must be evidence-based, approved by the Department of Mental Health, and incorporated into their initial law enforcement training requirements and any ongoing continuing education. This requirement applies to SROs employed directly by school districts or through interlocal agreements with law enforcement agencies, and it aims to equip these officers with the skills to recognize and respond to mental health challenges among students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0350.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0350IN.htm |
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