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MS SB2297
Bill
AI Summary
- Lowers compulsory school age from 6 to 5 years old, requiring children who turn 5 on or before August 1 to attend school
- Changes the enrollment cutoff date from September 1 to August 1 for both kindergarten and first grade
- Expands the definition of "school" for kindergarten-age children to include licensed public, parochial, nonpublic, or homeschool kindergarten programs that address cognitive, social, and emotional development
- Parents must complete a certificate of enrollment by September 15 each year or face violation charges for noncompliance
- Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Compulsory school attendance law; require of kindergarten-age children.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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