The MASB Government Relations Department represents the view of MASB member districts with federal and state legislative leaders and works to open the lines of communication between locally elected school board members and the elected officials in Lansing and Washington. The staff also keeps members informed of pending legislation and current issues affecting public education through:

• Legislative Conference
• Federal Relations Network Conference
• Legislative updates held across the state
• County Area School Board Associations

2009-10 MASB Legislative Priorities
Click on the link above to view the legislative priorities for the association, as approved by the Board of Directors.

e-Vocate Online Legislative Advocacy: The Power of You
Click on the link above for information on public education issues or to contact your elected representatives in Lansing and Washington, DC.

House of Representatives District Map
Click on the link above to view a map of Michigan's 110 House districts.

Legislative Committee Schedules
Michigan House and Senate Committee schedules for the upcoming weeks. 

NSBA's Legislative Action Center
Click on the link above to visit NSBA's Legislative Action Center. You'll find information on national public education issues and a tool for you to communicate with members of Congress. 

Legislative Handbook
Download this handy guide to engaging your legislators and learning valuable tools and tips for grassroots advocacy.

Revised School Code
Revised School Code Act 451 of 1976 provides for a system of public instruction and elementary and secondary schools; to revise, consolidate and clarify the laws relating to elementary and secondary education. Click on the link and type in Public Act 451 to view the Revised School Code. 

Sample Resolution for ISD Elections
Download a sample resolution for ISD elections.