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MS HB932

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Fred Shanks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repealer date on the Mississippi Comprehensive Workforce Training and Education Consolidation Act of 2004 (Sections 37-153-1 through 37-153-17 of the Mississippi Code)
  • Reenacts provisions establishing the Mississippi Office of Workforce Development and the 31-member Mississippi State Workforce Investment Board, with a majority representing business and industry
  • Maintains the structure of four workforce investment areas aligned with planning and development districts, with local workforce investment boards and district workforce development councils affiliated with each community college
  • Requires annual and quarterly reporting to the Governor and legislative leadership on workforce training funds, including project locations, amounts allocated, businesses served, and employees trained
  • Continues workforce development centers at community colleges to provide assessment, training, and placement services for individuals and businesses, including literacy training, vocational education, and customized skills training

Legislative Description

MS Comprehensive Workforce Training and Education Consolidation Act of 2004; extend repealer on.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Workforce Development1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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