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MS HB591
Bill
Status
2/22/2023
Primary Sponsor
Charles Young
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $3,000,000 from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Education for fiscal year 2024 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024).
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Funds assist parents of at-risk public school students (those receiving free or reduced lunch) in paying school districts for lost, stolen, or damaged electronic devices from K-12 one-to-one educational programs.
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State Department of Education must distribute funds proportionately to each school district and require a dollar-for-dollar match from parents or persons liable for device costs.
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Effective date is July 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
Appropriation; MDE to assist parents in paying school districts for cost of lost/damaged electronic devices assigned to students.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/22/2023