This bill proposes to significantly alter the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJ QSAC) by revoking the State Board of Education's authority to impose full or partial State intervention on school districts. It mandates that any district currently under such intervention must regain full local control within one year of the bill's effective date. Furthermore, if a district has not transitioned back to local governance within four months, the school board is required to hold a special election to allow voters to decide whether the district will be classified as a Type I or Type II district, each with its own governance provisions under New Jersey Statutes.

In addition to these changes, the bill streamlines the review process for school district performance by removing provisions that previously allowed for State intervention based on performance indicators. It also repeals several sections of existing legislation related to State intervention, thereby reducing the State's oversight role in school district governance. Overall, the bill aims to empower local control and enhance community involvement in school governance, ensuring that districts operate in a manner that aligns with the preferences of their constituents. The legislation is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:7A-14