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MS SB2827
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates new Section 97-5-38 of Mississippi Code establishing the "Mississippi Free Range Parenting Act"
- Permits parents to allow children of sufficient age and maturity to engage in independent activities without it being considered neglect, including walking, running, or bicycling to school
- Protects parental allowance of children to travel to nearby commercial or recreational facilities, engage in outdoor play, remain unattended in vehicles or at home, and similar independent activities
- Applies only to children capable of avoiding harm or unreasonable risk of harm based on age and maturity
- Takes effect July 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Mississippi Free Range Parenting Act; enact.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2023
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/16/2023
Full Bill Text
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