This bill establishes a new commission within the Department of Education, known as the School Administrative Unit (SAU) Study Commission, aimed at evaluating the efficiency and structure of existing school administrative units. The commission will be tasked with identifying opportunities for SAU consolidation and restructuring, as well as exploring ways to provide property tax relief. The commission will consist of various members, including two senators, three representatives, the commissioner of education or a designee, a superintendent, a local school board member, a business office administrator, and an appointee from the School District Governance Association of New Hampshire. The commission will also have the authority to solicit testimony from relevant individuals or organizations.

The bill includes specific provisions regarding the commission's operations, such as the requirement for legislative members to receive mileage reimbursement and the establishment of a quorum. The commission is mandated to report its findings and recommendations for proposed legislation by November 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill includes a prospective repeal of the newly established section (RSA 194-C:13) effective on the same date, indicating that the commission's authority will cease after its findings are submitted. The remainder of the act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the Senate: 194-C:13
As Amended by the House: 194-C:13
Version adopted by both bodies: 194-C:13