MS HB892

Extends the repeal date of Section 47-7-5 (State Parole Board) from July 1, 2018 to July 1, 2022.

Maintains the five-member State Parole Board appointed by the Governor with Senate advice and consent, serving at the Governor's pleasure.

Requires board members to possess a bachelor's degree or high school diploma with four years' work experience, and mandates annual training based on guidance from national corrections and parole organizations.

Grants the Parole Board exclusive authority over parole granting and revocation, clemency investigations, and electronic monitoring program placement for offenders.

Provides the board and its members immunity from civil liability for official acts taken in good faith within their governmental authority.