The Department of Government Affairs serves as an advocate for the District’s legislative priorities on behalf of the Superintendent and School Board at the local, state and federal levels. The department serves as the liaison for legislative work with the District’s contracted lobbyist. The department works with the Superintendent and School Board to establish annual legislative priorities through a review and input process involving stakeholder groups, community organizations, and contracted lobbyists.

In addition, the department manages the District’s policy review and adoption process in coordination with the Superintendent, School Board, appropriate District departments, and district attorney to ensure compliance with laws and any changes made at the local, state, or federal level.