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MS SB2303

Bill

Status

Passed

4/20/2015

Primary Sponsor

Gray Tollison

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Changes the selection method for county superintendent of education from elected to appointed in Class 1 counties bordering the Mississippi River with a population exceeding 30,000 according to the 2010 census
  • Applies specifically to counties where Mississippi Highway 49 and U.S. Highway 61 intersect
  • County board of education shall appoint the superintendent instead of holding an election
  • Takes effect January 1, 2016 for the new term of office
  • Becomes effective upon passage

Legislative Description

Selection of county superintendent of education; change from elective to appointive method in certain counties.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/20/2015

Committee Referrals

Education1/16/2015

Full Bill Text

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