Student 24/7 Teletherapy Pilot Project; establish within the State Department of Education.

SB 2508 establishes the "Student 24/7 Teletherapy Pilot Project" within Mississippi's State Department of Education to provide teletherapy services to students in grades 5-12 at public school districts, charter schools, and nonpublic schools. The bill requires vendors to meet strict qualifications (e.g., 10+ years in teletherapy, serving 50,000+ students) and provide 24/7 access with no cost or insurance barriers to students. Funding would come from the Education Enhancement Fund, with up to 10% of funds allowed for program administration. The Department must report participation rates, usage data, and student outcomes to the legislature by October 1, 2027. Note: The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026.