MS HB641

Adds specific grounds for revocation or suspension of teacher and administrator licenses, including engaging in sexual involvement with a student, fondling a student, unethical educator/student conduct, and failing to report sexual involvement as required.

Requires school superintendents and principals to report accusations of sexual involvement or fondling of students by school employees to the district attorney, Mississippi Department of Education, and Department of Human Services when there is reasonable basis to believe the accusation is true.

Establishes criminal penalties for superintendents who fail to make required reports of sexual involvement: up to $1,000 fine or up to six months imprisonment, or both.

Clarifies reciprocity requirements for standard licenses by specifying that out-of-state teachers must meet minimum Mississippi license requirements or equivalent requirements as determined by the State Board of Education.

Provides immunity from civil liability for school personnel acting in good faith when making required reports of sexual misconduct.