This bill establishes a new commission tasked with reviewing all drafts of education rules concerning minimum standards for public school approval and state academic standards, as developed by the New Hampshire Department of Education and the state board of education. The commission will be responsible for ensuring that no drafts are submitted to the state board without a completed written review from the commission. The bill inserts new legal language into RSA 193-E:2-a, IV, creating a subparagraph that outlines the commission's formation, membership, and responsibilities, while deleting any conflicting provisions in current law.

The commission will consist of various representatives, including members from educational associations, teachers from different school levels, and an expert in competency-based education. It is charged with recommending language that supports competency-based education principles, adequate education requirements, and evidence-based practices. The commission will operate under a structured timeline, reporting its recommendations within 120 days of receiving draft rules, and all its meetings and reports will be publicly accessible. The bill also specifies that the commission members will serve terms ranging from three to six years and that decisions will be made by a simple majority vote. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.