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This bill modifies the expiration date for a waiver that allows retired teachers to work as substitute teachers without losing their retirement benefits. Specifically, the bill extends the current waiver period from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2030. Under this provision, retired individuals receiving a retirement allowance can work as part-time or temporary substitute teachers without discontinuing their retirement allowance, provided they meet certain conditions. These conditions include not being employed on a regular, full-time basis and not contributing to the retirement system during this period of employment. The bill maintains existing provisions that require background checks for substitute teachers and allows the state board of education to grant substitute teaching certificates to individuals who have completed at least 36 semester hours of college education or a 20-hour online training program. The bill is considered an emergency act, aimed at ensuring continued educational support by allowing retired teachers to supplement school staffing needs. The legislation is designed to provide flexibility in hiring substitute teachers while maintaining appropriate screening and qualification standards.

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