Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1434

Introduced
2/19/24  
Refer
2/19/24  

Caption

School accountability model; bring forward provisions related.

Impact

If enacted, HB 1434 is set to influence the state's educational landscape significantly. The bill consolidates various educational statutes, emphasizing the importance of meeting accreditation standards and bolstering the accountability framework for local school districts. Specifically, schools designated as 'F' will face stricter measures regarding their accreditation status, which may lead to the non-renewal of charters for underperforming institutions. This aligns with the state’s focus on improving educational outcomes by ensuring that schools meet specified performance expectations.

Summary

House Bill 1434 aims to bring forward several sections of the Mississippi Code that pertain to school accreditation and the state school accountability model. This bill highlights the collaborative responsibility of educators, parents, and local governments in maintaining the quality of education in Mississippi. It seeks to amend current regulations related to the oversight of charter schools and enhance standards for school district performance and accountability ratings.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB 1434 include the balance between state control and local governance over education. Critics argue that the potential for increased intervention by the state in handling underperforming schools could infringe upon local control. Moreover, the processes established for revoking or denying charter renewals have raised concerns among charter school advocates, who view the strict measures as potentially detrimental to educational innovation and community needs. The bill's advocates counter that such measures are essential for ensuring that all students receive a high-quality education and that accountability standards are upheld.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1107

School attendance officers; bring forward provisions related to for possible amendment.

MS HB1150

Charter schools; bring forward various provision relating to powers and duties of authorizer board.

MS HB807

Mississippi State Workforce Investment Board; bring forward code sections related to.

MS SB2364

Mississippi Adequate Education Program; bring forward provision related to.

MS HB992

Medicaid; bring forward services and managed care provisions.

MS HB1135

Prior authorization; bring forward code sections related to.

MS HB604

New programs funded with ARPA funds; revise certain provisions and bring forward sections of.

MS HB1134

State and School Employees Life and Health Insurance Plan; bring forward code section on.

MS SB2576

Community Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Centers and Programs; bring forward code sections.

MS SB2412

Scrap metal dealers; bring forward provisions related to.

Similar Bills

MS HB1517

School accountability model; bring forward provisions relating to.

MS HB652

Nonlicensed teachers; authorize local school districts to employ certain number to fill core subject area positions.

MS HB1388

Comprehensive Career and Technical Reform Act; create.

MS HB428

Career and technical education; revise curriculum, instructor license requirements and certain assessments.

MS HB405

Career and technical education; revise curriculum, instructor license requirements and certain assessments.

MS HB420

Districts of Innovations; require State Department of Education to recognize use of Cambridge Assessment or other nationally recognized assessment for accountability ratings.

MS HB101

Statewide Assessment Program; require SBE to use ACT Aspire as summative assessment.

MS HB121

Statewide Assessment Program; require SBE to use ACT Aspire as summative assessment.