Bill > SB00046

This bill proposes to amend an existing statute to establish teacher certification reciprocity for educators who have been licensed in good standing in another state for at least ten years. Specifically, the bill would allow teachers with a decade or more of out-of-state teaching experience to more easily obtain certification in the new state, provided they pass all required background checks. Teacher certification reciprocity is a policy designed to make it easier for qualified educators to transfer their professional credentials across state lines, reducing administrative barriers and helping to address potential teacher shortages. By requiring only background checks and acknowledging a teacher's substantial professional experience, the bill aims to streamline the process of becoming certified in a new state while maintaining standards of professional competence and safety for students.

Education

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