ND HB1501

Governor may suspend an elected or appointed school board member from their duties pending the results of an audit if the governor determines suspension is in the best interest of the state, in consultation with the superintendent of public instruction.

Suspension authority applies when an audit is ordered due to financial irregularities or allegations of embezzlement.

School board must appoint a replacement individual within five days of receiving notice of a member's suspension to serve during the audit period.

State auditor conducts audits of political subdivisions when ordered by the governor, requested by a governing board, or upon petition of at least 35 percent of qualified electors.

Legislation is declared an emergency measure.