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MS SB2177

Bill

Status

Passed

3/18/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dennis DeBar

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 37-31-13, Mississippi Code of 1972, to modify eligibility requirements for state appropriations to high schools providing extended vocational education contracts
  • Restricts state appropriation payments to high schools whose vocational teachers conduct programs during days or weeks between academic years, or between academic quarters for school districts using an extended school year calendar
  • Eligible programs include supervision of agricultural or vocational experience programs, instruction of farmers and agribusinessmen, supervision of youth leadership groups, and other vocational-related services contributing to economic development
  • Requires State Board of Education approval of extended contracts and maintains the board's authority to establish application processes and selection criteria based on available funds
  • Takes effect July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Vocational education; modify description of programs eligible for payments out of state appropriations.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/18/2025

Committee Referrals

Education2/14/2025
Education1/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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