The "Model Mississippi Hair Protection in Schools Policy Act"; create.

HB 1483, the "Model Mississippi Hair Protection in Schools Policy Act," would have required Mississippi public and charter schools to adopt policies explicitly banning hairstyle-based discrimination against students. Key provisions include prohibiting discrimination against natural and protective hairstyles, removing rules disproportionately affecting certain racial groups, mandating staff training on mental health impacts, and creating clear reporting channels for discrimination without retaliation. The bill also aimed to eliminate suspensions for appearance rule violations that disrupt learning. However, the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and was never enacted into law.