1. (a) In accordance with RSA 194-B:3, III(d), by December 31 of the application year, the state board shall review the application for completeness to ensure that each of the statutory requirements of RSA 194-B:3, II has been met, and shall grant or deny its approval.

2. (b) The state board shall notify the applicant in writing of its decision as follows:

   1. (1) If the state board approves an application, the state board shall include in the notification:

      1. a. A written notification of any suggested additions or amendments to the proposed application to the local school board and the board of trustees to assure compliance with any component of RSA 194-B:3; and
      2. b. Two copies of the approved contract to the clerk of the local school district for inspection by the voters of the school district as required under RSA 194-B:3, III(e); or

   2. (2) If the state board denies an application, the state board shall include in the notification:

      1. a. A written explanation of the reasons for the denial;
      2. b. The areas deemed deficient by the state board; and
      3. c. An explanation that the applicant may reapply under RSA 194-B:3 or RSA 194-B:3-a.
3. (c) The board of trustees may appeal a denial by the state board in accordance with Ed 213.

Source. (See Revision Note at part heading for Ed 318) #10873, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13253, eff 8-18-21 (formerly Ed 318.05)