MS HB1683

Brings forward multiple sections of the Mississippi Charter School Act of 2013 for potential amendments and clarifies charter school operations, governance, and funding requirements.

Amends Section 37-28-47 to provide a $6,000.00 annual salary supplement for charter school employees with national board certifications in teaching, school nursing, counseling, speech pathology, athletic training, occupational therapy, and school psychology.

Exempts charter schools from most State Board of Education rules and regulations while requiring compliance with federal laws, civil rights requirements, minimum school days, student discipline procedures, and specific reporting obligations.

Establishes the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board as the exclusive chartering authority with seven members appointed by state officials; authorizer receives 3% of per-pupil state and local funding to oversee charter schools.

Clarifies charter school funding through state adequate education program payments and local ad valorem tax contributions, with special provisions for students residing outside the charter school's district and categorical aid programs.