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MS HB1023

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Omeria Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all Mississippi school boards to assess 11th grade students using the GED or High School Equivalency Test Program before the end of their junior year

  • Students who score below grade level on the assessment are prohibited from receiving senior early-release privileges during regular school hours

  • The GED/High School Equivalency test used must be the same one administered by the Mississippi Community College Board for adult basic education

  • Effective date of July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Eleventh Grade students; require to take GED or High School Equivalency Test for senior early-release privilege eligibility.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Education1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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