Amending UIL Rules
The process for changing a UIL is as follows:
Proposals
Any individual may propose a change.
Standing Committees of the Legislative Council
(summer public hearings at the UIL Office)
Committees consider, refine, and prepare for full council action.
Member School District and Public Reaction
Schools are notified of proposals in September.
Public Hearing*
69th Annual Legislative Council Meeting on October 25 and 26, 2009
Public Hearing: 8:00 am, October 19
Austin, Texas
Standing Committees Recommendations
Committees make recommendations on each proposal following the public hearings.
Legislative Council Action
- Places proposal on ballot;
- Approves proposal for implementation; or
- Rejects proposal.
28-member Council: 20 elected by superintendents within their region and conference, 8 appointed by chair of Legislative Council.
Referendum Ballot
Major rule changes that pass are sent to school superintendents for vote. Superintendent has one vote for each high school within that superintendent's ISD.
Commissioner of Education
All approved rule changes are submitted to the Commissioner of Education for approval or disapproval.
Implementation
Generally, rules become effective the following school year.