MS HB61

Creates new Section 37-17-5.1 requiring all school districts to comply with Mississippi Constitution of 1890, Mississippi Code of 1972, and all other state laws as a condition for accreditation.

Establishes a complaint process allowing any person to file allegations of noncompliance with the State Department of Education, which must investigate and give districts 30 days to correct violations before referral to the State Board of Education and Commission on School Accreditation.

Authorizes the State Board of Education and Commission on School Accreditation to place noncompliant districts on probation or withdraw accreditation entirely if violations are not remedied within designated timeframes.

Brings forward Sections 37-17-5 and 37-17-6 relating to the appeals process and corrective action procedures for school districts failing to meet accreditation standards.

Takes effect July 1, 2016.