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MS HB927

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Steve Massengill

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Transfers all Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) employees from state service to MSMS employment effective July 1, 2026, with administrative and instructional staff becoming contract employees and noninstructional staff serving at-will under the Executive Director
  • Exempts MSMS purchases of equipment and commodities from Public Procurement Review Board regulations
  • Creates an 11-member advisory council appointed by the State Board of Education to assist with school planning, including educators, STEM professionals, business representatives, and a parent representative
  • Expands enrollment eligibility to include 10th grade students when space is available, in addition to the existing 11th and 12th grade residential program
  • Maintains employee benefits continuity, including retirement system participation and health insurance, with no interruption of service due to the employment status change

Legislative Description

Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science; provide for administration and clarify employee hiring procedures and 10th grade enrollment option.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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