The bill H. 5653 aims to amend Act 843 of 1952 concerning the Lee County Board of Education. It clarifies the process for individuals to file as candidates for election to the board, specifying that candidates must submit a statement of intention of candidacy to the Lee County Board of Voter Registration and Elections. Additionally, the bill outlines the conduct of board elections, which will occur in nonpartisan elections during the general election in November of even-numbered years, and establishes the procedure for filling vacancies on the board through appointment by the Lee County Legislative Delegation.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that each board member may receive annual compensation not exceeding six thousand dollars, with the possibility of increases subject to a majority vote of the board, effective only at the start of the next term. The board is also designated as the Board of Trustees for the School District of Lee County, endowed with the powers and responsibilities outlined in Section 59-15-10 of the 1976 South Carolina Code. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.