"Tim Tebow Act"; create to authorize homeschool students to participate in public school extracurricular activities.

HB 609, the "Tim Tebow Act," would allow homeschool students in Mississippi to participate in public school sports and activities like band or athletics, provided they meet academic requirements. Homeschool students would need to submit proof of academic progress (such as test scores, a portfolio, or prior school records) and follow the same behavioral and eligibility rules as public school students. The bill prohibits schools from discriminating against eligible homeschool students in team selections and clarifies that participation is a privilege, not a right. This proposed law died in committee on February 3, 2026, and is not currently in effect.