This bill amends existing legislation regarding the scheduling of annual school elections in New Jersey, specifically addressing the transition of these elections from November back to April. It stipulates that when a school district moves its annual election from November to April, the term of office for a board of education member set to expire in January following the April election will be shortened to the day after the April election when the new board organizes. Additionally, the bill requires that both the school board and the municipal governing body must approve the move from November to April, rather than allowing either entity to make the decision independently.

The bill also clarifies provisions for Type II districts with boards of school estimate, ensuring they can move their election dates in accordance with the law. It removes previous language that excluded these districts from certain election processes and emphasizes that the election can be moved back to April with voter approval. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the election process while ensuring that the terms of board members are appropriately adjusted based on the timing of the elections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:12-15.1, 19:60-1.1, 19:60-1.2