Bill > SB940

This bill allows school district boards of trustees to create a nonvoting student trustee position on their board, which would apply to districts not already covered by existing student trustee regulations. Under this proposed law, the board can appoint a student trustee for a term and in a manner they determine, and while this student would not be a formal board member, they would have many of the same rights as board trustees, including the ability to attend and participate in open board meetings. However, the student trustee would have significant limitations: they cannot vote on board matters, cannot make or second motions, and would not be counted for quorum or voting purposes. The bill specifies that this new position is optional for school districts and provides a clear framework for how such a student trustee can engage with the board while maintaining the board's traditional decision-making authority. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving school districts time to prepare for potential implementation of a student trustee position.

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