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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 59-25-112 So As To Provide Professional Certificates Issued By The State Board Of Education Are Permanent Unless Revoked Or Suspended And Are Not Subject To Renewal, And To Provide No Teacher May Be Required To Renew A Professional Certificate Issued By The Board, And To Make These Provisions Effective July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina law to modify how professional teaching certificates are handled by the State Board of Education. Specifically, the bill establishes that professional certificates issued by the State Board of Education will now be permanent, meaning teachers will no longer need to go through periodic renewal processes. Once a teacher obtains a professional certificate, it will remain valid indefinitely unless the certificate is specifically revoked or suspended for misconduct or other serious reasons. The legislation aims to reduce administrative burden on teachers by eliminating the requirement to repeatedly renew their professional teaching credentials. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026, providing ample time for the education system and teachers to prepare for and understand the new certification policy.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works (on 01/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3207&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3207_20241205.htm |
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