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This bill amends New Hampshire state law regarding school district elections by clarifying and expanding restrictions on holding multiple, potentially conflicting school district offices. Specifically, the bill prohibits a person from simultaneously holding certain school district leadership positions, such as being a school board member while also serving as a district moderator, treasurer, auditor, or elected school budget committee member. Additionally, the bill prevents individuals employed by a school administrative unit (such as teachers, administrators, bus drivers, and support staff) from serving on the school board in the same administrative unit. The bill introduces a new provision that explicitly bars candidates from filing declarations of candidacy for two or more incompatible elected offices, ensuring that individuals cannot seek positions that are deemed to have conflicting responsibilities. This legislation aims to prevent potential conflicts of interest and maintain the integrity of school district governance by establishing clear boundaries for elected and appointed school district roles. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=1942&inflect=2