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MS SB2208

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicole Boyd

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Mississippi Public University System Governance Study Committee to review whether the state's current higher education governance structure effectively supports accountability, efficiency, student outcomes, and workforce alignment
  • Committee must evaluate 21 specific areas including decision-making authority, administrative costs, mission differentiation, board composition, and comparison with governance models in Florida and Tennessee
  • Consists of 12 members including legislative committee chairs, the State Economist, and appointees from the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Speaker of the House, with three positions specifically designated for HBCU graduates
  • Joint Legislative Committee on Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review (PEER) will provide staff support and prepare the final written report
  • Committee must submit findings and recommendations to the Legislature by December 1, 2026, and dissolves on January 1, 2027, or upon final report submission, whichever is earlier

Legislative Description

Mississippi Public University System Governance Study Committee; create.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency2/18/2026
Universities and Colleges1/14/2026

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