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GA HR1348

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Alan Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article VIII, Section V allowing local boards of education to establish the qualifications, duties, and salary of school superintendents as provided by general law

  • Authorizes the General Assembly to pass local laws permitting school superintendents to be elected by voters rather than appointed by local boards of education

  • Requires any change from appointed to elected superintendent to be approved by a majority of qualified voters in the local school system through a referendum

  • Removes outdated transitional language from 1993 regarding elected superintendents serving out their terms before being replaced by appointees

  • Requires submission to Georgia voters for ratification or rejection as a constitutional amendment

Legislative Description

School superintendent; qualifications, duties, and salary shall be established by the board of education and elected by voters; provide - CA

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Governmental Affairs2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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