MS HB1128

Excludes students receiving special education services under an IEP (IDEA) or 504 Plan from being classified as "habitually disruptive"

Requires school districts to incorporate evidence-based practices and positive behavioral intervention supports into policies before any student can be deemed habitually disruptive

Mandates behavior modification plans be developed with input from parents, school counselors, teachers, and a psychologist or behavioral specialist, including assessment of target behaviors and observation of the child

Requires schools to initiate IDEA child find processes after a student's second incident of disruptive behavior to evaluate whether the child has a disability and qualifies for special education services or a 504 Plan

Students age 13 or older who fail to comply with a behavior modification plan may face expulsion or alternative school placement after a third disruptive incident, except for students already receiving IEP or 504 services

Effective date: July 1, 2021