This bill amends the existing law regarding the powers and duties of townships by adding a new section, 70a, which establishes attendance requirements for township board members. Under this new provision, a member who is absent from more than 50% of regular meetings within a 12-month period may be removed from office for willful neglect of duty. The bill specifies that only meetings designated as regular at the start of the calendar year or those added under existing regulations will count towards this attendance requirement.

Additionally, the bill outlines exceptions for absences due to military service, temporary medical conditions with proper documentation, or extraordinary circumstances as determined by a majority vote of the township board. The township clerk is tasked with confirming the receipt of documentation and notifying board members who reach 40% absenteeism. If a board member is removed, the bill provides for the creation of a vacancy that must be filled according to existing election law procedures. The bill also clarifies definitions for "military service" and "regular meeting" to ensure consistency in application.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 41.1, 41.110