ID H0258

Five of seven State Board of Education members would be elected by zone (corresponding to legislative districts 1-35 divided into 5 zones), with two members remaining governor-appointed; the State Superintendent of Public Instruction continues as ex officio voting member

At the 2026 general election, five members would be elected: three for 2-year terms and two for 4-year terms, with all subsequent terms being 4 years

Candidates must be at least 25 years old, U.S. citizens, and qualified electors in their zone for at least one year; filing fee is $100 or a petition with 500 signatures from within the zone

Elected board members would receive $12,000 annual salary plus travel reimbursement up to $150 per day when conducting board business away from home

Campaign contribution limits for State Board of Education candidates set at $5,000 per election (primary and general) from corporations, political committees, or individuals—same as statewide office limits