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This bill appropriates $2,400,000 from the State General Fund, which is the state's main operating fund, to the Department of Education for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. This funding is specifically for grants to school districts, public charter schools, and nonpublic schools to provide teletherapy services to students in grades 5 through 12. Teletherapy refers to the delivery of therapy services, such as counseling or speech therapy, remotely through technology. The bill also outlines the process for disbursing these funds, stating that the State Treasurer will release the money upon warrants issued by the State Fiscal Officer, who will act on properly signed requisitions. This act will become effective on July 1, 2026.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB3172.xml