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MS SB2507
Bill
AI Summary
- Revises "habitually disruptive" student definition to require school districts first implement evidence-based practices and positive behavioral intervention supports before any student can be labeled habitually disruptive
- Exempts students receiving special education services under an IEP (IDEA) or 504 Plan (Rehabilitation Act of 1973) from being classified as habitually disruptive
- Requires behavior modification plans be developed by a Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) consisting of parents/guardians, school counselors, teachers, and a psychologist or behavioral specialist
- Mandates schools consider initiating federal child-find processes to evaluate whether disruptive behavior stems from a disability qualifying for special education services before pursuing disciplinary action
- Changes expulsion consequences for third disruptive behavior violation to "possible" expulsion or alternative school placement, effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
School behavior modification plans; revise definitions, standards and procedures concerning disability.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/19/2026
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