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House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Trey Lamar, R-Senatobia, speaks in the House chamber during legislative session on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, at the Capitol in Jackson. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today

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School choice dead in Legislature, but private school tax credit bills alive

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Though school choice talks have stalled this session, bills regarding a state tax program that incentivizes Mississippians to donate to private schools have now passed both chambers of the Legislature and head to final negotiations.

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Chance of Rain: 1%
Max Temp: 76°F
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Dew Point: 46°F
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