MS HB1161

Requires the State Board of Education, Department of Public Safety, Mississippi Sheriffs' Association, Police Benevolent Association, and Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission to develop curriculum on proper interaction with law enforcement during traffic stops and in-person encounters

Mandates all public school districts and charter schools provide this instruction to students in grades 9-12 at least once before graduation, beginning with the 2021-2022 school year

Curriculum must cover law enforcement roles and duties, citizens' rights during interactions, proper behavior for both civilians and officers, laws regarding questioning and detention, and how to file complaints or compliments about officers

Instruction may be taught by representatives from law enforcement agencies, local officers, or school resource officers who have completed approved training programs

School districts and charter schools may tailor the curriculum for their local community with input from local law enforcement agencies and community members