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This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the state constitution that would change how the superintendent of public instruction is selected, transitioning from a state board of education appointment to a gubernatorial appointment starting January 1, 2027. Currently, the state board of education appoints the superintendent, who serves as the chair of the board and the principal executive officer of the state department of education. Under the proposed amendment, the governor would appoint the superintendent with the advice and consent of the senate for a term not exceeding four years. The core responsibilities of the superintendent would remain the same, including being responsible for executing the state board of education's policies and leading the state department of education. The resolution maintains other existing constitutional provisions, such as the state board of education's composition of eight elected members and the board's role in general planning and coordination of public education. If approved, this change would shift the selection of this key education leadership role from an elected board to the governor's office, potentially increasing executive branch influence over public education.

Education

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HJR-E