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MS HB1203
MS HB1203Student assessments; authorize the State Board of Education to procure contracts for in compliance with state procurement laws and regs.
summary
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 27-104-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide The State Board Of Education With Full Authority To Procure Contracts For Student Assessments In Compliance With State Procurement Laws And Regulations; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Mississippi law to grant the State Board of Education (SBE) the full authority to enter into contracts for student assessments, which are tests used to measure student learning and progress, for a period of up to ten years. Previously, the SBE's ability to enter into such contracts was limited, and they were required to comply with the Public Procurement Review Board's (PPRB) oversight. This bill removes that PPRB oversight requirement for SBE student assessment contracts, allowing the SBE to procure these services directly, provided they adhere to all other applicable state procurement laws and regulations, which are the established rules and guidelines for how the state government purchases goods and services.
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/HB1203.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1200-1299/HB1203IN.htm |
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