The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the training requirements for school district governing board members. Under the new law, each governing board member would be mandated to complete a biennial training program covering various topics such as governance, fiduciary duties, policy development, community engagement, and legal responsibilities. Additionally, members would be required to notify the county school superintendent of their training completion. If a member fails to complete the training and notify the superintendent, they would become ineligible for nomination, election, or appointment to the governing board.

The bill also clarifies the eligibility criteria for appointment to the governing board by removing the previous language regarding sex offender registration and specifying that a person is ineligible if they fail to complete the required training. Furthermore, it allows county school superintendents to provide approved training programs and requires the Arizona Department of Education to offer training for members who have not completed the county programs, with the ability to charge school districts for the associated costs. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the qualifications and accountability of governing board members through structured training and compliance measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-302, 15-349, 15-421, 15-481