This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the leasing of school property by school district governing boards. Under the new provisions, a governing board may lease school property for housing development projects only if the project is aimed at constructing or providing housing facilities for school employees in rural districts. This narrows the existing authority, which allowed broader leasing options. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the lease limitation does not affect the school district's ability to maintain and renovate teacher housing, establish a permanent teacherage fund, or sell property for housing development.

The bill also introduces technical changes and specifies that the new restrictions will apply to any lease executed, renewed, or amended after the bill's effective date. It retains existing provisions that allow for the uncompensated use of school property by certain groups and mandates that the governing board approve a fee schedule for leasing. Overall, the bill aims to focus the leasing authority of school districts on housing projects that directly benefit school employees in rural areas while maintaining other operational capabilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-1105