MS HB343

Increases the maximum age for compulsory school attendance from 17 years to 18 years, requiring children to attend school until they reach age 18 on or before September 1 of the calendar year.

Exempts students who graduate high school before turning 18 after earning required credits through dual enrollment, gifted programs, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, GED, or high school equivalency programs.

Allows students who turn 18 after the school year begins to continue attending if they sign a written agreement to remain enrolled in their current school or district.

Clarifies that the definition of "school" includes charter schools and adjusts the minimum school days requirement to match standards set under Section 37-13-63.

Takes effect July 1, 2019.