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MS SB2239

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Rhodes

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires a framed copy of the Ten Commandments (minimum 16 inches wide by 20 inches tall) to be displayed in every public school classroom beginning with the 2026-2027 school year
  • Mandates a nondenominational prayer be said over the PA system and in each classroom at the start of every school day in all public and charter schools
  • Students and faculty who do not wish to participate in the daily prayer or Pledge of Allegiance may remain seated and silent without penalty
  • Increases the minimum size requirement for U.S. flags displayed in classrooms to 36 inches long by 24 inches tall
  • Prohibits discrimination and reprisal against school staff and faculty based on their religious views and beliefs

Legislative Description

Public schools; allow voluntary prayer, require Ten Commandments to be displayed, and require certain size of U.S. flag.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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