SF197 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
School board membership requirements modification
Related bill: HF63
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes changes to the membership structure of school boards in Minnesota. It aims to include student members on school boards starting from the 2025-2026 school year. Student members will be selected through a process that allows students in grades 9 through 12 to vote. These student members can serve up to two terms, each term lasting two years. They can participate in meetings, introduce agenda items, join discussions, and vote on board matters. The bill also maintains ineligibility for sexual offenders to become board members and provides specific training for all board members, including student members, regarding school finance and management. Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for handling vacancies and changes in board member numbers, ensuring that diverse students are encouraged to participate in the board member selection process.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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January 15, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
January 15, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Policy |
January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Policy |
March 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |