HB1204Introduced in the House
CTE; remove stipulation that only certain programs leading to industry certification are considered for statewide accountability.
Introduced by Kent McCarty, District 101
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 37-153-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Career And Technical Education Grant Funds May Be Used To Purchase Equipment Needed For Programs Implemented By School Districts That Lead To Qualifying Industry Certifications; To Remove The Prohibition On The Use Of Such Grant Funds To Supplant Funds For The Basic Operation Of Career And Technical Education Programs; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
March 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Passed · February 11, 2026
119
Yes
0
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
122 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lester Carpenter | 1 | Yes |
| Brad Mattox | 2 | Yes |
| William Arnold | 3 | Yes |
| Jody Steverson | 4 | Not Voting |
| John Faulkner | 5 | Yes |
| Justin Keen | 6 | Yes |
| Kimberly Remak | 7 | Yes |
| John Lamar | 8 | Yes |
| Cedric Burnett | 9 | Yes |
| Josh Hawkins | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred To Education;Workforce Development
DR - TSDP: ED To WD
DR - TSDP: WD To ED
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Transmitted To Senate
Referred To Education;Economic and Workforce Development
Died In Committee
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