1. (1) The state board shall designate a school construction liaison who:

   1. (a) serves as the primary contact between the state board and the division on school construction matters;
   2. (b) coordinates on educational programming requirements that may affect construction standards;
   3. (c) participates in administrative rule development and review processes;
   4. (d) provides input on educational facility needs and trends;
   5. (e) assists with training programs for LEA officials; and
   6. (f) facilitates resolution of construction-related issues affecting educational programs.

2. (2) The school construction liaison shall:

   1. (a) be an employee of the state board;
   2. (b) have expertise in school construction, educational facilities, or related fields;
   3. (c) participate in relevant division meetings and committees;
   4. (d) maintain regular communication with division staff; and
   5. (e) report to the state board on construction oversight activities and issues.

3. (3) The division and state board shall establish a memorandum of understanding that:

   1. (a) defines roles and responsibilities for school construction oversight;
   2. (b) establishes communication protocols and meeting schedules;
   3. (c) addresses coordination on policy development and implementation;
   4. (d) provides for information sharing and joint training activities; and
   5. (e) includes dispute resolution procedures.

Enacted by Chapter 225, 2026 General Session