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MS HB1457
Bill
Status
1/31/2023
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
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Requires children under 18 who wish to drop out of school to first take the ACT assessment, with school attendance officers responsible for ensuring compliance.
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Children scoring below 21 on the ACT (or below 18 if from a school rated "D" or "F") must remain enrolled in school until age 18 under the compulsory attendance law.
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Expands the definition of "compulsory-school-age child" in Section 37-13-91 to include children under 18 who cannot achieve the minimum required ACT score and choose to drop out.
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Parents or guardians who fail to ensure school enrollment or attendance of affected children can be charged with contributing to child neglect and face penalties under Section 97-5-39.
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Act takes effect July 1, 2023.
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
1/31/2023