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MS HB187

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/23/2016

Primary Sponsor

Omeria Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Department of Corrections must administer an examination to each adult offender that meets twelfth grade educational requirements of the state.

  • Offenders who fail the examination in any subject area shall receive individualized instruction and remedial classes until passing.

  • Successfully completing the Adult Basic Education (ABE) examination qualifies offenders for meritorious earned time under Section 47-5-142.

  • Effective date is July 1, 2016.

Legislative Description

Department of Corrections; provide certain educational programs for adult offenders.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/23/2016

Committee Referrals

Corrections2/8/2016

Full Bill Text

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