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SB 794 - This act requires the Governor to inform the Missouri Senate, in writing, of any appointments to state boards or commissions made while the General Assembly is not in session. No appointee shall be sworn in until such notification has been made. After appointment and notification, the Governor is prohibited from withdrawing or rescinding the appointment, except in the case of charges of malfeasance, misfeasance, or nonfeasance in office. This act also modifies provisions relating to the State Board of Education. At no time shall more than two members of the Board be classified as "independent". Additionally, the act requires that each Board member shall be sworn in during open session of the Board, and the oath of office shall be administered by the President or Vice President of the Board. In order to establish a quorum, five members that have received the advice and consent of the Senate shall be present. No official actions may be taken unless a majority of the Board, all of whom have received the advice and consent of the Senate, vote therefor. The act repeals a provision authorizing the Governor to make a temporary appointment to the Board if a vacancy arises while the General Assembly is not in session. If at any time a quorum of the Board has not received the advice and consent of the Senate, the State Treasurer shall distribute all necessary appropriations to school districts pursuant to state and federal law. JAMIE ANDREWS
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