Bill > SB5820

This bill proposes to amend existing laws to make the position of the superintendent of public instruction an appointed, rather than elected, position. The key provisions of the bill include: - The superintendent of public instruction would be appointed by the governor with the consent of the senate, instead of being elected by the public. The current superintendent would continue to serve out their term. - The powers and duties of the superintendent would remain largely the same, including having supervision over public schools, reporting to the governor and legislature, and issuing teacher certifications. - The superintendent's salary would be set by the governor in accordance with existing law. - References to the elected superintendent of public instruction would be removed from various sections of state law, such as those related to salaries of state officials and nonpartisan elections. The bill would only take effect if a proposed constitutional amendment providing for the appointment of the superintendent is approved by voters at the next general election.

Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5820&Year=2021&Initiative=false