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MS HB497
Bill
Status
3/22/2016
Primary Sponsor
Jason White
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 37-151-5 of the Mississippi Code to extend the repealer date for excused absence provisions from July 1, 2016 to July 1, 2019.
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Allows the State Board of Education to define activities requiring student absences that must be counted as excused for average daily attendance purposes under the Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP).
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Excused activities include 4-H and FFA events, junior livestock shows, state capitol page employment, field trips, athletic contests, student conventions, music festivals, and similar school-related activities designated by the State Board of Education.
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Requires the State Board of Education to prescribe verification procedures for pupil absences due to authorized activities.
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Takes effect July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
MAEP; extend repealer on requirement that certain absences be considered excused for purposes of average daily attendance.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/22/2016