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MS HB181
Bill
Status
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Bryant Clark
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AI Summary
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Authorizes local school boards to employ licensed social workers and licensed psychologists to provide services to students in public schools.
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School districts meeting a ratio of at least one social worker or psychologist per 1,000 enrolled students are eligible for reimbursement of 50% of each professional's salary from the State Department of Education.
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Superintendent must apply to the State Department of Education for reimbursement using procedures prescribed by the department.
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State Department of Education shall pay eligible school districts 50% of the salary costs for qualifying social workers and psychologists.
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Takes effect July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
School social workers and psychologists; authorize districts to employ and receive partial state reimbursement for salaries.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016