During the 2023 Legislative Session, the Oregon Legislature passed House Bill 2753 which allows school board members to receive stipends for their service on the board. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission (OGEC) has determined that board members would be met with a conflict of interest if discussing and voting on the stipend for the entire board. See Oregon Government Ethics Commission Advice No. 23-342I. While OGEC provides some suggestions for board members to move forward with stipends, OSBA recommends working with legal counsel if seeking to implement prior to a potential legislative fix. OSBA is working on a legislative solution during the 2025 session to simplify the process for boards. OSBA has also updated its frequently asked questions document.
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