HB 2739 Summary

• Prohibits public school districts from joining any school athletic association unless the association adopts written rules requiring compliance with the Administrative Procedures Act for student eligibility determinations, penalty assessments, and regulation of coaches and staff.

• Requires all appeals of association decisions regarding student and school eligibility and penalties to be heard by a three-member panel appointed by elected state officials, conducted according to Administrative Procedures Act standards, and expedited with appeal rights to district court.

• Defines "school athletic association" as any private organization charging membership fees, retaining revenue from member school activities, and providing coordination and regulation of interscholastic activities.

• Declares an emergency to make the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.