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MS SB2065
Bill
Status
1/31/2023
Primary Sponsor
Angela Burks Hill
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AI Summary
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Requires Mississippi high school students to correctly answer at least 80% of the 100-question U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services civics test as a condition for graduation
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Students may take the test any time after enrolling in Grade 11 and may repeat it up to three times to achieve the required 80% proficiency
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Applies to public school students and those pursuing a GED, but students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) may be exempted
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Mandates the U.S. History curriculum and Mississippi Subject Area Test include historical knowledge from the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia in 1607 to the present, beginning with the 2023-2024 school year
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Prohibits the State Department of Education and school districts from charging any fees related to the civics test requirement
Legislative Description
United States Citizenship Test; require as a condition for high school graduation.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2023