SB 173

Bill Subjects

Cities; Indianapolis Schools; Charter Schools

Abstract

Changes the chartering authority for a consolidated city. Beginning July 1, 2024, provides that only the charter board or the Indianapolis charter school board may grant chartering authority in a consolidated city. Provides that at least 45 days before a public hearing, an organizer must conduct a meeting with the school corporation where a charter school will be located to discuss certain information. Provides that not more than 30 days after meeting with an organizer, a school corporation must make a recommendation to the authorizer concerning the proposed charter school. Provides that a school corporation must be allowed to make public comments regarding a recommendation made to an authorizer at a public meeting.