HF60 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Teacher licensure requirements modified, professional development on dyslexia required, and rulemaking required.
Related bill: SF1842
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill proposes changes related to education, specifically by modifying the requirements for teacher licensure in Minnesota. It focuses on:
Simplifying the renewal process for a Tier 1 teacher license. This license can now be renewed if several conditions are met:
- The school has tried and failed to find a more highly licensed teacher for the job.
- The Tier 1 licensed teacher must have taken a content examination and shared the results within a year.
- The teacher is required to have undergone cultural competency and mental illness training within one year of receiving their license.
- They must also have participated in dyslexia training.
However, the content examination requirement is waived for teachers in career and technical education or career pathways.
A Tier 1 license can be renewed up to three times, but more renewals can be granted if there is a good reason. For teaching in specific areas like career and technical education or shortage areas, the license can be renewed without restrictions.
Overall, the bill aims to ensure teachers are well-prepared with specific trainings while providing flexibility in licensing renewals, especially in areas with fewer teaching candidates.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Policy |
| February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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