MO SB719

Repeals and reenacts sections 105.454, 171.181, 177.011, and 177.088 of Missouri law regarding conflicts of interest and school property transactions.

Prohibits school district officials and employees from performing services, selling, renting, or leasing property to their school district for more than $500 per transaction or $5,000 annually unless the transaction is awarded through public notice and competitive bidding with the lowest bid accepted.

Expands restrictions on board members, officers, or employees of seven-director school districts located in first, second, third, or fourth class counties selling or providing commodities to their school district, making violations a class A misdemeanor with forfeiture of position.

Authorizes educational institutions to enter into agreements with entities (including counties, cities, towns, or villages) for acquisition, construction, improvement, and financing of school facilities through various arrangements such as leases, lease-purchase agreements, or joint ventures.

Requires school districts to give preference to Missouri-manufactured or produced commodities and Missouri businesses when quality and price are approximately the same.