MS SB2161

Extends authority for municipalities, municipal police departments, and sheriffs' departments to contract with independent school governing authorities (in addition to school districts) to provide Law Enforcement Officers Training Academy-certified police protection on agreed terms and reimbursement.

Authorizes independent school governing authorities to employ security personnel with peace officer powers upon taking the oath and bond required of county constables, with mandatory basic law enforcement training within two years of employment.

Permits independent schools, subject to Federal Communications Commission approval, to install and operate noncommercial radio broadcasting and transmission stations for educational and vocational educational purposes.

Allows independent school governing authorities to enter into interlocal agreements with other law enforcement entities for provision of equipment or traffic control duties.

Defines "independent school" as private or nonpublic schools in Mississippi that are either MAIS members or accredited by state, regional, or national accrediting organizations, and are not subject to State Board of Education authority; effective July 1, 2025.