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MS SB2294
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chris Johnson
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AI Summary
- Requires public high school students entering ninth grade in 2029-2030 and later to earn one credit in a computer science course or a career and technical education (CTE) course with embedded computer science before graduation
- Allows the computer science credit to count toward either one mathematics credit (excluding Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II) or one science credit (excluding biology and one physical science requirement) for a traditional diploma
- Mandates instruction on fundamental concepts of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, including what AI is, how it works, and its societal impact
- Does not increase the total number of state-required credits for graduation
- Takes effect July 1, 2026, with the State Board of Education approving qualifying courses
Legislative Description
MS Future Innovators Act; enact to require high-school computer science or CTE with embedded computer science course.
Last Action
Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/6/2026
Education1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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