SCHOOLS/BOARDS: Requires local elected school board members to meet certain criteria prior to qualifying

This bill requires individuals running for local school board in Louisiana to hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. It also disqualifies candidates who have been convicted of or pleaded nolo contendere to specific crimes listed in state law. These new eligibility rules apply to all school board members seeking election, ensuring they meet educational and character standards before serving. The legislation does not change the number of board seats or the election process itself, but rather sets minimum requirements for who can become a candidate.