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GA SB68
Bill
Status
Passed
6/29/2020
Primary Sponsor
Freddie Sims
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AI Summary
- Local boards of education must review the financial status of their school system at every monthly meeting, using a template created by the State Board of Education that includes revenues, expenditures, and encumbrances
- The Department of Audits and Accounts must designate local school systems as "high-risk" (irregularities or budget deficits for 3+ consecutive years) or "moderate-risk" (1-2 consecutive years), with designated systems required to submit corrective action plans within 120 days and board members/superintendents required to complete financial management training
- The Chief Turnaround Officer appointment authority transfers from the State Board of Education to the Governor, and the officer is repositioned within the Department of Education's school improvement division reporting to the State School Superintendent
- Teachers who have accepted a school year contract for the fourth or subsequent consecutive year gain the right to appeal summative performance ratings of "Unsatisfactory" or "Ineffective," with hearings conducted by independent third parties or system administrators; local units must submit appeal policies to the Department of Education by August 1, 2021
- Every local board of education must provide a public comment period at each regular monthly meeting, listed on the posted agenda, with no more than 24 hours advance notice required from individuals wishing to speak; effective July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Local School Systems; financial management; strengthen provisions
Last Action
Effective Date
7/1/2021
Full Bill Text
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