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MS HB173

Bill

Status

Failed

2/23/2016

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Schools receiving an "F" accreditation rating must add at least 15 additional school days to the standard 180-day school year, beginning the year after receiving the rating

  • Schools receiving a "D" accreditation rating must add at least 8 additional school days to the standard 180-day school year, beginning the year after receiving the rating

  • School boards with "D" or "F" rated schools must take necessary steps to operate those schools for the extended number of days

  • Extends the repeal date for excused absence provisions (for activities like 4-H, FFA events, and athletic contests) from July 1, 2016 to July 1, 2019

  • Effective date: July 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Scholastic year; increase number of days for schools with an accreditation rating of "D" or "F".

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/23/2016

Committee Referrals

Education2/8/2016

Full Bill Text

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