This bill amends RSA 671:20 regarding the preparation of school district election ballots. It mandates that the school district clerk prepare ballots in a manner similar to town clerks for non-partisan or partisan elections, with the stipulation that the ballot must be a different color from others used in the election. Notably, the bill introduces new requirements for information to be printed on the school budget ballot immediately before the question of adopting a school budget. This includes the average cost-per-pupil for the preceding year and the school district's achievement proficiency scores in English Language Arts (ELA), Math, and Science, formatted as specific percentages.

Additionally, the bill includes a contingency clause that determines the effective date of its sections based on the status of another bill (HB 356) from the 2025 legislative session. If HB 356 becomes law, the provisions of this bill will be adjusted accordingly, with specific sections taking effect 60 days after passage. The remainder of the act is set to take effect upon its passage, with the overall aim of enhancing transparency and providing voters with critical information regarding school budgets.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 671:20
As Amended by the House: 671:20
As Amended by the Senate: 671:20
Version adopted by both bodies: 671:20
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 671:20