This bill proposes amendments to the North Dakota Century Code regarding the responsibilities of the superintendent of public instruction and introduces a new section focused on school district compliance with education-related state laws. The existing duties of the superintendent are largely retained, but the language has been updated to include a new responsibility for the superintendent to review school districts for compliance with education-related state laws and to issue corrective actions as necessary. Specifically, the bill allows the superintendent to conduct reviews based on allegations of noncompliance, resolutions from school district boards, or requests from county superintendents.

Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for conducting these reviews, including notification to the school district, the issuance of corrective actions, and potential sanctions for noncompliance. It establishes a framework for residents to report alleged noncompliance and mandates that school districts cooperate with the reviews. If a school district fails to comply with a corrective action, the superintendent may impose sanctions, including financial penalties. The bill aims to enhance accountability and ensure that school districts adhere to state education laws.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 15.1-02-04, 15.1-14-01
Adopted by the Senate Education Committee: 15.1-02-04
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 15.1-02-04
INTRODUCED: 15.1-02-04, 15.1-14-01