Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 170: Compulsory school attendance; require youth court petition after third unlawful absence and authorize community service for violations.

In committee Last action February 3, 2026: Died In Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 170 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Compulsory school attendance; require youth court petition after third unlawful absence and authorize community service for violations. Primary sponsor: Omeria Scott (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2026): Died In Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Omeria Scott (Democratic).