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KS SB142

Authorizing each school district to include a teacher representative as a nonvoting member of such district's board of education.


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Introduced
02/03/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning education; relating to school districts; authorizing each board of education to include a teacher representative as a nonvoting member of such board; amending K.S.A. 25-2003, 72-1072 and 72-1091 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 72-1073, 72-1133 and 72-1137 and repealing the existing sections.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes each school district's board of education to include a teacher representative as a nonvoting member, providing a mechanism for classroom educators to have a voice in district-level governance. Under the proposed legislation, the teacher representative must be a licensed teacher employed by the school district and would be elected by a vote of the district's teachers for a two-year term, with the possibility of one additional term. The representative would be subject to specific rules: they cannot participate in teacher contract negotiations, and if a vacancy occurs, the board can appoint an interim representative until the next election. The bill amends several existing statutes to clarify that school district boards will now consist of seven voting members and potentially one nonvoting teacher representative, updating language to distinguish between voting and nonvoting board positions. Additionally, the bill specifies that the teacher representative may receive compensation from the school district in their capacity as both a teacher and a board representative, ensuring their participation does not create financial burden or undue hardship.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Referred to Committee on Education (on 02/04/2025)

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