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MS SB2657

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Angela Turner-Ford

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Directs the Mississippi Department of Education to develop a statewide program to recruit, train, and employ assistant teachers in school districts rated "C", "D", or "F" under state accreditation standards

  • Program implementation is contingent upon funds specifically appropriated by the Legislature

  • Maintains existing assistant teacher requirements including minimum high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing skills

  • Sets minimum annual salary for assistant teachers at $14,000 for the 2019-2020 school year and thereafter

  • Effective date of July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Assistant teachers; Department of Education implement program to employ more assistant teachers in failing school districts.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Education1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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