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MS HB454
MS HB454Public schools; require a brief period of quiet reflection at the opening of every school day.
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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Enact The "period Of Quiet Reflection Act"; To Amend Section 37-13-8, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That In Each Public School Classroom, The Local School Governing Board Shall Require A Brief Period Of Quiet Reflection For Not More Than 60 Seconds At The Opening Of Every School Day; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Period of Quiet Reflection Act," mandates that local school governing boards in Mississippi public schools must require a brief period of quiet reflection, lasting no more than 60 seconds, at the start of each school day in every classroom; this moment is explicitly stated to be for silent reflection and not a religious service or exercise, changing the previous allowance to a requirement.
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/HB0454.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0400-0499/HB0454IN.htm |
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