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MS HB951
Bill
Status
Failed
2/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Bryant Clark
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AI Summary
- Authorizes school boards to employ licensed social workers and licensed psychologists to provide services to enrolled and attending students
- School districts employing at least one social worker or psychologist per 1,000 students are eligible for 50% state reimbursement of salary costs from the State Department of Education
- District superintendents must apply to the State Department of Education for reimbursement according to department procedures
- State Department of Education shall pay 50% of salary costs for eligible social workers and psychologists using any funds specifically allocated for this purpose
- Effective date: July 1, 2011
Legislative Description
School social workers and psychologists; authorize districts to employ and receive partial state reimbursement for salaries.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2011
Full Bill Text
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