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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
02/17/2021
02/17/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOLS; CLARIFYING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF CHARTERING AUTHORITIES IN MONITORING CHARTER SCHOOLS; ALLOWING A CHARTERING AUTHORITY TO SANCTION A GOVERNING BODY, WHICH MAY INCLUDE CORRECTIVE ACTION AND SUSPENSION; CLARIFYING THE PUBLIC SCHOOL CODE PROHIBITION AGAINST NEPOTISM.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the powers and duties of chartering authorities in monitoring charter schools. It allows a chartering authority to sanction a governing body, which may include corrective action and suspension. The bill also clarifies the public school code prohibition against nepotism, stating that a head administrator or governing body cannot initially employ or approve the initial employment of an immediate family member. Additionally, the bill outlines the chartering authority's responsibilities in overseeing the governing body's compliance with laws and taking action if necessary, as well as the processes for suspending, revoking, or not renewing a charter.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
SEC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/17/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=237&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0237.pdf |
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