HB173Introduced in the House
First grade enrollment; allow child who turns six on or before December 31 to start at beginning of that school year.
Introduced by Omeria Scott, District 80
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 37-15-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Any Student Who Reaches The Age Of Six On Or Before December 31 To Enroll In First Grade At The Start Of The School Year During Which The Child Attains The Age Of Six; To Amend Section 37-13-91, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Students Who Are Enrolled At The Start Of A School Year During Which They Attain The Age Of Six On Or Before December 31 In The Definition Of "compulsory-school-age Child"; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Education
Died In Committee
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