This bill proposes significant updates to the statutes governing school district superintendents, particularly regarding their secondary employment. Under the new provisions, a school district superintendent must obtain prior approval from the governing board before engaging in any secondary employment. This requirement applies to both individual governing boards and those that jointly employ a superintendent, necessitating approval from each board. The governing board is mandated to consider and vote on such requests in a public meeting. Additionally, the bill introduces civil penalties for superintendents who violate this requirement, allowing for fines of up to $1,000 per month for unauthorized secondary employment, which the superintendent must personally pay.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that engaging in secondary employment without prior approval constitutes unprofessional conduct, which could lead to the revocation of the superintendent's certification for up to three years. The Attorney General or county attorney is empowered to investigate allegations of such violations and take legal action if necessary. The updates also clarify that school districts cannot cover any civil penalties incurred by superintendents, ensuring personal accountability. Overall, these changes aim to enhance oversight and accountability for superintendents regarding their secondary employment activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-503, 38-503, 15-977, 15-481, 15-534.02, 15-501.01