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MS HB659
Bill
Status
Failed
2/12/2015
Primary Sponsor
Randy Boyd
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AI Summary
- Increases the annual forgivable loan amount for assistant teachers from three to six three-hour academic courses per year toward certification
- Removes the requirement that loans be limited to critical teacher shortage areas, allowing assistance for any academic subject
- Eliminates the maximum lifetime course limit previously capped at 15 courses
- Establishes eligibility requirements including full-time employment with a school district, enrollment at a regionally accredited Mississippi institution, and maintenance of a 2.5 minimum cumulative grade point average
- Loan recipients must teach in a designated school district or subject area for a duration determined by the State Board of Education to repay the forgivable loan
Legislative Description
Teacher's Assistant Education Certification Scholars Program; create to provide assistance to individuals pursuing teacher licensure.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/12/2015
Committee Referrals
Education1/19/2015
Full Bill Text
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