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MS SB2717
Bill
Status
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Blackwell
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AI Summary
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Authorizes local school districts to notify parents or legal guardians in writing after a student's cafeteria meal account has an outstanding balance for three consecutive school days.
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Permits school districts to submit unpaid cafeteria accounts to a collection agency after one month of nonpayment.
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Allows school districts to withhold student grades or transcripts for unpaid cafeteria balances exceeding $100 at the end of the school year.
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Exempts students on free or reduced meal programs from these collection and withholding actions.
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Takes effect July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
School cafeteria costs; school districts may take administrative action when students don't pay for meals.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016