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MS SB2065
MS SB2065School social workers and psychologists; authorize districts to employ and receive partial state reimbursement for salaries of.
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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 Authorize Local School Boards To Employ Licensed Social Workers And Licensed Psychologists To Provide Services To Students In The Public Schools; To Provide That A School District That Employs At Least One Social Worker Or Psychologist For Every One Thousand Students Enrolled In The Schools Of The District Is Eligible For Reimbursement For 50% Of The Cost Of The Salary Of Each Social Worker Or Psychologist From The State Department Of Education; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes local school boards to hire licensed social workers and psychologists to support students, and provides a financial incentive for districts to do so by offering partial state reimbursement. Specifically, school districts that employ at least one social worker or psychologist for every 1,000 students enrolled will be eligible to receive 50% of the cost of those professionals' salaries back from the State Department of Education, provided the district applies for this reimbursement. This initiative aims to increase the availability of mental health and support services for students in public schools, with the reimbursement funds potentially coming from any money specifically allocated for this purpose. The act is set to become effective on July 1, 2026.
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/SB/SB2065.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2001-2099/SB2065IN.htm |
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