Bill > LB960

This bill mandates that every school board in Nebraska must include nonvoting student members, referred to as "student school board members," who are high school students selected to serve in an advisory capacity. The number of these student members will equal the number of elected school board members, and their selection will be determined based on the number of high schools within a district, with procedures to ensure fairness over time. These student members will attend all public meetings, receive meeting materials, participate in discussions, and can propose agenda items, acting as a liaison between students and the board. However, they will not have voting rights, attend closed sessions, or access confidential information. School boards are required to establish policies and procedures for these student members by January 1, 2027, which may also cover training and other related matters, with the overall intent to foster civic engagement, leadership, and student voice in school governance.

Education

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