HB91Introduced in the House
School attendance; require for children unable to score a 21 or higher on ACT until the child reaches 18 years of age.
Introduced by Omeria Scott, District 80
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Require Children Who Are Younger Than 18 Years Old To Take The Act Assessment Prior To Dropping Out Of School; To Provide That If The Child Cannot Attain A Certain Act Score They Shall Be Included In The Compulsory School Attendance Law Until They Reach 18 Years Of Age; To Provide Penalties For The Parents Of Children Who Are Required To Attend School Until Reaching 18 Years Of Age And Miss A Certain Number Of Consecutive Days; To Amend Section 37-13-91, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity Thereto; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Referred To Education
Died In Committee
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