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HB 1522

Computer devices, equipment and adaptive devices; authorize school districts to sell to graduating senior at the residual value of such.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jansen Owen

Mississippi bill authorizes school districts to sell graduating seniors their school-issued computers and adaptive devices at depreciated residual value, reducing costs for low-income families but raising fiscal and equity concerns.

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Bill Summary · HB 1522

Legislative bill overview

HB 1522 would authorize Mississippi school districts to sell computer devices, equipment, and adaptive devices to graduating seniors at their residual (depreciated) value rather than requiring full-price purchases or donations. This allows students to purchase their school-issued technology at a reduced cost based on the equipment's current market value after years of use.

Why is this important

For lower-income families, this policy could increase access to functional computers and adaptive technology at graduation—critical tools for college, vocational training, and employment. However, it also raises questions about how schools manage technology assets, whether this practice is fiscally sound, and whether it creates equity issues if not implemented uniformly across districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Schools must determine appropriate residual values and account for potential revenue loss from selling below original cost, potentially straining already-limited education budgets
  • Equity concerns: Implementation could vary by district wealth, creating situations where affluent districts offer better deals than struggling ones, or raising fairness questions about who gets purchase opportunities
  • Asset management: Selling used school equipment may complicate inventory systems, create accounting complexity, and raise concerns about proper disposal of sensitive technology containing student data

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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