Committee backs S.70 to create state model code of ethics and mandatory training for school boards
Feb 11, 2026
The Senate Education Committee approved S.70 as amended to require a State Board-adopted model code of ethics and a department-delivered training program for local school-board members, with a compliance process that can result in referral to the governor for removal.
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The Senate Education Committee voted to give S.70 a favorable report as amended after staff explained the bill would require the State Board of Education to adopt a model code of ethics and a model training program that local boards must adopt and implement.
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