Expands the powers of boards of education to temporarily lease necessary space when facilities are under construction.

The bill amends the education law to expand the powers of boards of education. It allows these boards to temporarily lease necessary space not located on school property when the facilities are overcrowded, under construction, or damaged or destroyed. The leased space must be furnished and equipped for school district use. The use of such space is subject to annual approval by the commissioner.

Expands the powers of boards of education to temporarily lease necessary space when facilities are under construction.

The bill amends the education law to expand the powers of boards of education. It allows these boards to temporarily lease necessary space not located on school property when the facilities are overcrowded, under construction, or damaged or destroyed. The leased space must be furnished and equipped for school district use. The use of such space is subject to annual approval by the commissioner.