Mississippi Open to Religion Act requires schools to offer daily prayer and Bible reading.
The Mississippi Open to Religion Act mandates that school districts and charter schools adopt policies allowing students and employees to participate in daily prayer and Bible reading. Participation is voluntary and requires signed consent forms. The policy must ensure non-consenting individuals are not exposed to these activities. The attorney general must provide advice and a model consent form. Compliance begins in the 2026-2027 school year.
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