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MS HB449
Bill
Status
2/14/2013
Primary Sponsor
John Moore
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AI Summary
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Changes superintendents of schools from elected to appointed positions, effective January 1, 2016, with local school boards responsible for appointments.
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Permits immediate transition to appointed status if an elected superintendent vacates office before the effective date.
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Requires superintendent candidates to hold a valid administrator's license and have at least 4 years of classroom or administrative experience.
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Removes county superintendent election procedures and referendum options, repealing related election statutes effective January 1, 2016.
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Requires submission to the Attorney General of the United States or United States District Court for preclearance under the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Legislative Description
School district superintendents; require all to be appointed beginning in 2016.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/14/2013