MS HB147

Creates the Mississippi Skill Standards Board as an advisory board to the Governor, Legislature, and state workforce development system to develop industry-defined skill standards and credentials for skilled occupations requiring less than a baccalaureate degree.

Board consists of 13 members appointed by the Governor: 8 from business (including 2 from small businesses with fewer than 50 employees), 2 from workers, 1 from secondary education, 1 from two-year postsecondary education, and 1 from four-year postsecondary education.

Board shall validate nationally established skill standards, convene industry groups to develop new standards, review standards from other states and nations for credential portability, and promote use of standards among employers in collaboration with education entities.

Board members receive no compensation but are reimbursed for mileage and expenses; the Mississippi Community College Board provides staff support; board must meet quarterly minimum and report annually to the Governor, Legislature, and Community College Board.

Effective July 1, 2020.