California AB1493 amends procedures for filling vacancies on school district and community college district governing boards.

California AB1493 modifies the process for filling vacancies on school district and community college district governing boards. If a vacancy occurs, the governing board must either order an election or make a provisional appointment within 60 days. The number of signatures required on a petition to call for a special election varies based on the district's size. The provisional appointee serves until the next regularly scheduled election. The bill also revises the criteria for charter school renewals, emphasizing academic performance and postsecondary outcomes.

California AB1493 amends procedures for filling vacancies on school district and community college district governing boards.

California AB1493 modifies the process for filling vacancies on school district and community college district governing boards. If a vacancy occurs, the governing board must either order an election or make a provisional appointment within 60 days. The number of signatures required on a petition to call for a special election varies based on the district's size. The provisional appointee serves until the next regularly scheduled election. The bill also revises the criteria for charter school renewals, emphasizing academic performance and postsecondary outcomes.