SB1493 amends the School Code to raise the minimum age for school board members from 18 to 22.

SB1493 amends the School Code to change the eligibility criteria for school board members. It raises the minimum age for board members from 18 to 22 years old. The bill also specifies that board members must be residents of the state and district for at least one year before their election, registered voters, and not school trustees. Additionally, it prohibits members from being child sex offenders. The bill details procedures for filling vacancies on the board, including the roles of the regional superintendent and remaining board members.

SB1493 amends the School Code to raise the minimum age for school board members from 18 to 22.

SB1493 amends the School Code to change the eligibility criteria for school board members. It raises the minimum age for board members from 18 to 22 years old. The bill also specifies that board members must be residents of the state and district for at least one year before their election, registered voters, and not school trustees. Additionally, it prohibits members from being child sex offenders. The bill details procedures for filling vacancies on the board, including the roles of the regional superintendent and remaining board members.