MS HB575

Authorizes school boards to implement a financial literacy curriculum for high school students in grades 9 through 12 (expanded from grades 10-11).

Financial literacy program must include instruction in personal business and finance as required under Section 37-1-3(2)(b).

School boards may coordinate with volunteer teachers from community organizations including USDA Rural Development, HUD, Junior Achievement, financial institutions, and other nonprofit organizations.

Removes school board authority to acquire property through condemnation proceedings or exercise of eminent domain.

Effective July 1, 2018.