The proposed bill would amend current statutes related to charter schools by granting specific authorities and access rights to charter representatives, charter school governing body members, and officers, directors, members, and partners of charter holders. Under the new provisions, these individuals would have access to student records, unrestricted access to school campuses, and the authority to make final decisions regarding both student learning and safety on campus. This represents a significant expansion of their roles and responsibilities compared to the existing law.

Additionally, the bill introduces definitions for key terms such as "charter representative" and "charter school governing body member," clarifying their roles within the governance structure of charter schools. The definitions specify the authority of these individuals to execute contracts and represent the charter holder in compliance matters. The bill also outlines the criteria for what constitutes an officer, director, member, or partner of a charter holder, further delineating the governance framework for charter schools. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the decision-making authority and operational oversight of charter school leaders.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-183
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-183
House Engrossed Version: 15-183