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This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the New Mexico Constitution's Article 12, Section 6, which would create a new state board of education with significant changes to educational governance. The resolution establishes a nine-member board appointed by law, with members who have knowledge and experience in New Mexico public education. The board would have control and management of all public schools, including financial direction, and would be responsible for appointing a licensed educational administrator as the superintendent of public instruction. The resolution also maintains the public education commission, consisting of ten elected members serving four-year staggered terms, who will serve as the chartering authority for state-chartered charter schools. Additionally, the amendment changes the previous structure where the secretary of public education was appointed by the governor, replacing it with the new board-appointed superintendent model. The proposed constitutional amendment would be submitted to voters for approval or rejection at the next general election or a special election called for this purpose.

Education

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=JR&legno=15&year=25