This bill amends the law regarding school district boards of directors in Arkansas by introducing a process for the recall and removal of board members. It adds a new provision to Arkansas Code 6-13-611(a), stating that a member can be subject to a recall petition approved by a majority vote of the electors qualified to vote for that office. Additionally, it establishes a new section, 6-13-637, which outlines the procedures for initiating a recall election, including the reasons for removal, such as moral failings leading to criminal charges or loss of public trust.

The bill specifies the requirements for a recall petition, including the need for signatures from at least 35% of the qualified electors for the office held by the member in question. It also details the process for verifying signatures, certifying the petition, and conducting the recall election, which is to be held at the next annual school election unless certain conditions apply. Furthermore, it limits each board member to one recall petition during their elected term and stipulates that any vacancy created by a removal must be filled according to existing laws.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1933 Original - 3-31-2025 03:53 PM: 6-13-611(a)
Old version HB1933 V2 - 4-9-2025 11:31 AM: 6-13-611(a)
HB 1933: 6-13-611(a)