School social workers and psychologists; authorize districts to employ and receive partial state reimbursement for salaries of.

HB 242 allows Mississippi public school districts to hire licensed social workers and psychologists to support students. Districts meeting the requirement of one professional per 1,000 enrolled students qualify for the state to reimburse 50% of their salaries through the State Department of Education. The reimbursement requires districts to apply for funding, with payments made from state education funds. This policy aims to expand mental health support in schools by reducing financial barriers for districts.