This bill amends the eligibility requirements for membership on a school board in Louisiana. It stipulates that, in addition to being at least eighteen years old and a resident of the state for the preceding two years, candidates must now possess a high school diploma or its equivalent as determined by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. This change is reflected in the amended language of R.S. 17:52(E)(1).

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision under R.S. 17:52(F) that disqualifies any individual who has been convicted of or has pled nolo contendere to certain specified crimes from serving on a school board. This aims to ensure that school board members meet specific moral and educational standards, thereby enhancing the integrity of the board's membership.

Statutes affected:
HB188 Original: 17:52(E)(1)
HB188 Engrossed: 17:52(E)(1)
HB188 Enrolled: 17:52(E)(1)
HB188 Act : 17:52(E)(1)