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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 37-191-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Remove Section 37-191-3(d) From A List Of Prohibited Divisive Concepts; To Amend Section 37-191-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Make Technical, Nonsubstantive Amendments; To Bring Forward Sections 37-191-1, 37-191-3, 37-191-7, 37-191-11, 37-191-13, 37-191-15 And 37-191-17, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to remove "divisive concepts" as defined in Section 37-191-3(d) from a list of prohibited actions for educational institutions, meaning that certain concepts previously considered divisive might no longer be restricted in the same way. The bill also makes technical, non-substantive changes to other sections of the law concerning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public schools and institutions of higher learning, and it brings forward several existing sections for potential further amendment, outlining the purpose of the chapter to ensure employment and academic opportunities are based on merit, defining terms like "diversity, equity and inclusion" and "divisive concepts," and establishing procedures for reporting and investigating violations, including potential withholding of state funds for non-compliance.
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/SB2602.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2600-2699/SB2602IN.htm |
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