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MS HB1202
MS HB1202School counselors; delete requirement that counselors abide by American School Counselor Association Code of Ethics.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 37-9-79, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Provision That Requires Professional School Counselors To Abide By The American School Counselor Association Code Of Ethics; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill removes the requirement for professional school counselors in Mississippi to adhere to the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Code of Ethics, which is a set of professional standards and principles guiding the practice of school counseling. The ASCA Code of Ethics provides guidance on issues such as student confidentiality, ethical decision-making, and professional development. By deleting this provision, the bill eliminates a specific ethical framework that school counselors were previously mandated to follow, while other existing requirements for their duties and qualifications remain in place.
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/HB1202.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1200-1299/HB1202IN.htm |
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