MS HB188

Requires comprehensive courses in Mississippi History and United States Government for all students in grades 9-12 in public, private, parochial, and homeschool programs, taught on a semester basis for 0.5 Carnegie Units each.

Eliminates the end-of-course subject area test in United States History beginning in the 2020 school year; State Board of Education will only require testing in English II, Algebra I, and Biology.

Modifies Mississippi Code sections 37-16-7, 37-3-49, 37-15-38, 37-16-17, and 37-35-3 to remove references to United States History end-of-course testing requirements and align curriculum standards accordingly.

Excludes United States History courses from dual enrollment-dual credit program eligibility for high school students seeking college credit.

Takes effect July 1, 2020.