"Volunteer and Parents Incentive Program"; create under the State Department of Education.

HB 376 creates the "Volunteer and Parents Incentive Program" under Mississippi's State Department of Education, requiring the department to develop and publish a "Parents' Bill of Rights" by January 1, 2026. This publication must inform parents of children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) about their specific educational rights under federal and state law, including rights to attend IEP meetings, request evaluations, review records, and participate in decisions. The document must be posted online, clearly state it is informational only, and include the department's contact information. It directly affects parents of students with IEPs in Mississippi public schools. The bill does not establish financial incentives but focuses on providing clear, accessible information about existing rights.