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MS HB1279

MS HB1279
Vocational education programs; require to be established in every school district or shared operation between multiple districts.

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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Sections 37-31-15 And 37-31-61, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require School Boards, With The Approval Of The State Board Of Education, To Establish Vocational Education Programs In Each School District Or Authorize Two Or More Districts To Enter Into An Agreement For The Joint Operation Of A Vocational Education Program To Serve Students With The School Districts Of Participants To The Agreement; To Bring Forward Sections 37-31-71, 37-31-73 And 37-31-205, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendments; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that every school district in Mississippi, or groups of two or more districts working together, must establish vocational education programs, which are training for jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree, with the approval of the State Board of Education. This change shifts the previous discretionary power of school boards to a requirement, ensuring that vocational training opportunities are available to students across the state, either within their own district or through shared facilities and operations with neighboring districts. The bill also brings forward existing laws related to regional education centers and the authority of the State Board of Education over vocational programs, ensuring these provisions are considered alongside the new requirements.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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