Bill > HB1453

This bill modifies the existing law regarding high school student representation on school boards by establishing a more detailed and structured election process and expanding student board members' responsibilities. The bill requires high schools to select one or more nonvoting student board members through a school-wide election held 30 school days after the first day of the school year, with specific rules about candidate eligibility, voting procedures, and ballot counting. Student board members will now have enhanced rights, including the ability to propose agenda items, and will be required to attend monthly board meetings, represent student interests, serve as a liaison between students and school administration, and keep students informed about school board activities. The bill also introduces a penalty system for school personnel who interfere with student board member elections or suppress their rights, with escalating consequences ranging from warnings to potential state board of education interventions. Additionally, the bill allows student board members to serve for one academic year and be eligible for reelection, and mandates that a copy of the section be distributed to each student member before their first board meeting. The state board of education is granted the authority to issue monetary penalties up to $1,000 for violations of these provisions.

Education

https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=2082&inflect=2