An act relating to the appointment of State Board of Education members

This bill establishes a new appointment system for Vermont's State Board of Education, which consists of ten members representing educators, parents, and students. Under the proposed changes, the Governor would appoint four members including two secondary students, the Senate Committee on Committees would appoint three members, and the Speaker of the House would appoint three members. The bill also sets six-year terms for non-student members with no eligibility for successive terms, requires biennial appointments in February, and includes provisions for filling vacancies and selecting a board chair. A transition period outlined in the bill ensures current board members can finish their terms while new appointments follow the new distribution rules starting July 1, 2024.