HB 5745 Summary

• Changes references to intermediate school district election dates from May to March in sections 702 and 703 of the Revised School Code.

• Modifies annexation procedures for intermediate school districts, including election timing and appointment deadlines for annexed district representatives to school boards.

• Requires disorganized intermediate school districts with fewer than 5 constituent districts and no bonded indebtedness to attach to contiguous intermediate school districts, effective July 1 following superintendent approval.

• Specifies that appointed school electors from annexed or attached districts serve until January 1 or July 1 following the next intermediate school district election held in March.

• Takes effect 90 days after enactment and is contingent on passage of HB 5744 or a Senate Bill (tied bar provision).