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MS HB879
Bill
Status
3/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Richard Bennett
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AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 37-15-29 to allow children of active U.S. Armed Forces members or civilian military personnel residing on a military base to enroll in any school district of the parent's or legal guardian's choosing.
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Requires the chosen school district to be within the student's home district or an adjacent district, and prohibits transportation exceeding 30 miles as established under existing law.
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Allows enrollment at parental or legal guardian discretion, subject to the 30-mile transportation limitation already applicable to other student transfers.
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Becomes effective July 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Students of military personnel residing on base; allow parent or legal guardian to choose school or school district of enrollment.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/27/2013