Education: board members; state board of education; require members to be selected by each political party from regions. Amends sec. 282a of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.282a) & adds sec. 282b.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes how members of the State Board of Education are selected. It requires political parties to nominate candidates from specific regions within Michigan, aiming to better represent the state's diverse schools, students, and communities. The bill establishes eight regions and outlines a schedule for nominating candidates from each region, ensuring a more geographically balanced board.
Key provisions
- Parties must nominate 8 candidates for the State Board of Education at their fall state convention in 1964.
- Parties must nominate 2 candidates for the State Board of Education every 2 years starting in 1966.
- The state is divided into 8 regions to ensure regional representation on the board.
- Regions are defined by specific counties listed in the bill.
- Parties must nominate one candidate from each region every 8 years, starting in 2026.
- Existing board members elected on the effective date of the act can also be nominated.
- The act takes effect 90 days after enactment.
- Section 282b is added to the existing law.
Who is affected
- Political parties in Michigan
- Members of the State Board of Education
- Residents of Michigan counties
- School districts in Michigan
- Students in Michigan schools
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