HB2415

Requiring each local board of education of a school district to appoint a nonvoting student representative to such board of education.

Introduced·1/12/26
Introduced Text

Kansas HB2415 mandates local school boards to appoint nonvoting student representatives to provide student perspectives.

Kansas HB2415 requires each local board of education to appoint a nonvoting student representative to serve on the board. These representatives, who must be enrolled students, can attend open board meetings, express opinions, and advocate but cannot vote, attend closed meetings, or receive compensation. The board must establish an orientation and application process for these positions, ensuring student representatives are informed and engaged. The act also sets term limits and procedures for filling vacancies.

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Education Committee
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History

Jan 12

House

House Prefiled for Introduction on Thursday, December 18, 2025

Jan 12

House

House Introduced

Jan 12

House

House Referred to Committee on Education