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GA HR1165
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/20/2024
Primary Sponsor
Tyler Smith
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AI Summary
- Proposes an amendment to the Georgia Constitution (Article VIII, Section V, Paragraph III) to allow local school superintendents to be elected by voters rather than exclusively appointed by local boards of education
- Authorizes the General Assembly to pass local laws permitting the election of school superintendents, subject to approval by a majority of qualified voters in a local referendum within the school system's territory
- Removes the current constitutional requirement that school superintendents be appointed by the board of education, while maintaining the default appointment method unless a local referendum approves an election alternative
- Requires the board of education to establish the qualifications, duties, and salary of the school superintendent as provided by general law
- Requires submission of the proposed constitutional amendment to Georgia voters for ratification or rejection on the ballot
Legislative Description
General Assembly; local school superintendents be elected by voters; provide - CA
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/22/2024
Committee Referrals
Education2/21/2024
Full Bill Text
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