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MS HB1027
Bill
Status
2/2/2021
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
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Children under 18 who wish to drop out of school must first take the ACT test, with the school attendance officer responsible for ensuring compliance
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Students who fail to score at least 21 on the ACT (or 18 if they attended a school rated "D" or "F") are required to remain in school until age 18
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Expands the definition of "compulsory-school-age child" to include students under 18 who cannot meet the minimum ACT score requirement after attempting to drop out
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Parents, guardians, or custodians who refuse or willfully fail to ensure their child attends school as required may be charged with contributing to the neglect of a child under Section 97-5-39
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Effective date of July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
School attendance; require for children unable to score a 21 or higher on the ACT until the child reaches 18 years of age.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021