The bill amends the Michigan election law by modifying the nomination process for candidates to the state board of education. It establishes that each political party may nominate candidates for the board at its fall state convention, with a specific focus on promoting diversity by nominating candidates from designated regions. The bill introduces a new section, 282b, which divides the state into eight regions and outlines a schedule for political parties to nominate candidates from these regions every eight years, starting in 2026.

Specifically, the bill stipulates that at each fall state convention, political parties will nominate candidates based on their residency in the designated regions, ensuring representation from various parts of the state. The first nominations will occur in 2026 for regions 4 and 8, followed by subsequent nominations for other regions in the following years. This approach aims to ensure that the state board of education reflects the diverse perspectives of Michigan's schools, students, and communities. The bill will take effect 90 days after being enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 168.282